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Hypermobility Syndrome


Specialized Treatment
At Innovative Therapy & Wellness, we treat clients every day that have hypermobility syndromes.  We specialize in clients with Ehlers-Danlos syndromes in which joint hypermobility is a key feature.  These clients require highly specific and individualized stabilization and postural re-education exercises.  The physical therapists at Innovative Therapy & Wellness are trained and certified in a variety of evidenced-based exercises including Core Stabilization, Kinetic Control, Sarhman, FeldenKrias, Pilates, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), Back Education Training, etc. 
What is Joint Hypermobility Syndrome?
Joint hypermobility syndrome is a condition in which the joints easily move beyond the normal range expected for a particular joint.  It is estimated that 10-15% of normal children have hypermobile joints.  Hypermobile joints tend to be inherited in specific genes that are responsible for the production of collagen.  Individuals with joint hypermobility are more susceptible to injury.  Symptoms of the joint hypermobility syndrome include pain in the knees, fingers, hips, and elbows.  There is a higher incidence of dislocation and sprains of involved joints, and  scoliosis occurs more frequently in people with hypermobile joints.  Joint pain can be relieved by properly strengthening muscles to help stability and improving body mechanics with activities of daily living.​
What is Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes?
Joint hypermobility is also a key feature of Ehlers-Danlos syndromes.  Ehlers-Danlos syndromes are a group of disorders which share common features including easy bruising, joint hypermobility (loose joints), skin that stretches easily, and weakness of tissues.  The Ehlers-Danlos syndromes are inherited in the genes that are passed from parents to offspring.  They are categorized according to the form of genetic transmission into different types with many features differing between patients in any given type.  Ehlers-Danlos syndromes are treated according to the particular manifestations present in a given individual.  Joint injury must be avoided.  Occasionally, bracing may be necessary to maintain joint stability.  Exercises that strengthen the muscles  which support the joints can help to minimize joint injury.

If you suspect you have some type of joint hypermobility syndrome call (757) 486-8663 or click the link below  to schedule an appointment. 

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Dr. Tracy Hernandez and staff at Innovative Therapy & Wellness are the most talented and professional physical therapy group. Dealing with chronic pain for nearly 10 years, I had yet to receive the proper diagnosis and care until I arrived at Innovative. I am now able to use my arm, I'm walking and feel overall significantly less pain.

Dr. Hernandez is the most knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely caring physical therapist and her staff is a reflection of that too. They use the multiple techniques for treatment, and go above and beyond in their care.

I am so fortunate to be treated by the talented staff at Innovative Therapy.

Alexis P., Chesapeake, VA

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