Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hypermobility spectrum disorders, and connective tissue conditions
A thorough guide to Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a group of connective tissue disorders affecting collagen. Covers types (with a focus on hypermobile EDS), symptoms, diagnosis, the 2017 criteria, management strategies, and associated conditions like POTS and MCAS.
A clear guide to EDS diagnosis including the 2017 criteria, Beighton score, genetic testing, types of EDS, and where to get properly evaluated.
Diagnosing hypermobile EDS has been one of the most frustrating challenges in medicine. Here is what the current criteria require, why they are changing in 2026, and how a new blood test could transform the diagnostic process.
There’s no cure for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, but the right combination of physical therapy, pain management, and lifestyle adjustments can dramatically improve function and quality of life. Here’s what works, what doesn’t, and what’s emerging.
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is far more than being “double-jointed.” Learn how to recognize the full spectrum of EDS symptoms, from joint instability and skin changes to fatigue and GI dysfunction, and why diagnosis often takes over a decade.