Characteristics of Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
CCEDseminars | Your Home For Chiro Online Classes!This article, brought to you by CCEDseminars, explores Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a rare inherited connective tissue disorder that affects about 3% of the population. Hypermobile EDS (hEDS), the most common subtype, is characterized by hypermobile joints that dislocate easily, translucent skin that bruises easily, muscle weakness, and excessive dilation of blood vessels.
Diagnosing hEDS
Diagnosis can be challenging due to the overlapping symptoms with other disorders like fibromyalgia. This article covers the 2017 international guidelines for hEDS diagnosis, including the Beighton score and other important criteria.
Exercise guidelines for hEDS
Physical exercise is often recommended as the first line of treatment for hEDS. This article provides guidelines to help therapists tailor their treatments, including prioritizing single-joint exercises over compound ones, and emphasizing good form and control.
A unique approach to treating hEDS
CCEDseminars brings you unique treatment approaches, including Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS), sonoelastography, and fascia release therapies. These methods can help optimize stability in hEDS patients, making them crucial knowledge for anyone looking to earn chiropractic CE credits.
Conclusion
Understanding hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) is essential for chiropractors who wish to deepen their knowledge and improve their practice. Stay ahead by earning your chiropractic CE credits through CCEDseminars and by reading more from experts like Lev Kalika. With this comprehensive look into hEDS, you’ll be better equipped to diagnose and treat this rare but impactful disorder. Click HERE for a comprehensive collection of resources!