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THE HYPERMOBILE YOGIndash PRACTICING YOGA

WITH JOINTHYPERMOBILITY

SYNDROMEPosted by StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS | Jan 15

2016 | The Hypermobile Yogi - Yoga for Hypermobiilty

SyndromesEDS | 0 |

SEARCH hellip

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TOUCH

Contact Us

Write for Us

Submit YourStory

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THE HYPERMOBILE YOGIndash PRACTICING YOGA

WITH JOINTHYPERMOBILITY

SYNDROME

SHOP

RECENTPOSTS

EDSMind-BodyWellnessSeminars ndashRegister NowNov 22016

MigrainesEhlers-Danlossyndrome(EDS)MastCellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) BirthControlPillsandLightSensitiv

ldquoMany people have flexible or loose joints Theyrsquore

the people maybe like you who did gymnastics or

ballet when they were young and are ldquogoodrdquo at yoga

Their joints move farther and more easily than most

peoplersquos joints so they often can do tricks like

bending their thumbs forward until they touch their

forearms Sometimes these people are called ldquodouble-

jointedrdquo and some may even have dislocated or

popped their joints out of the socket The medical

term for joints that move too far is hypermobility

and the word for joints that are too loose and move

too easily is laxityrdquo ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

Yoga International posted an article today called

ldquoJoint Hypermobility Syndrome Yogarsquos Enigmatic

Epidemicrdquo (click on the article title to read the full

article or see link at the bottom of the page) For many

hypermobile yogis including myself Yoga

Internationalrsquos article was a refreshing sigh of relief

FINALLY A FACTUAL ARTICLESTATING THE REAL GENETICPREDISPOSITION FOR JOINTHYPERMOBILITY AND HOW ITrsquoSSOMETHING THAT SHOULDNrsquoT BEGLORIFIED IN YOGA (OR DANCE ORANY OTHER SPORT)

Additionally the author mentions how she has

approached practicing and teaching yoga safely ndash with

appropriate modifications as well as a ton of self-

awareness Most importantly ldquoJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome Yogarsquos Enigmatic Epidemicrdquo discusses how

Sensitivity Oct 272016

EDSFitTip ndashStanding legexercises forHypermobility andDysautonomiaorPOTSOct 232016

SUBSCRIBE

VIDEOS

Stay inTouch

Join our mailing

list to receive

the latest news

and updates

from our team

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joint hypermobility is SO MUCH MORE than ldquojust

loose jointsrdquo

The author also shares her personal yoga class

experience a bit about her personal journey to a

diagnosis of Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS)

(commonly known now as ldquoEhlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash

Hypermobility Typerdquo or HEDS) as well as her own yoga

practice philosophy

ldquoSocially and politically Irsquom left of liberal But on the

mat in part because of my excessive flexibility Irsquom a

die-hard conservative You could say Irsquom kind of a

fuddy-duddy

ldquoHow long did it take you to do thatrdquo wistful

students have asked over the years when I sit cross-

legged with ease For many of them their hips are so

tight that they canrsquot even imagine being comfortable

in that position

ldquoIrsquove always been able to do thisrdquo I tell them not

wanting to misrepresent yogarsquos capabilities

Irsquom not boasting My mobility is pathologicalrdquo

WHAT IS JOINT HYPERMOBILITY ORHYPERMOBILITY SYNDROME ANDWHY IS IT SO MUCH THAN ldquoJUSTLOOSE JOINTSrdquo (AKA ndash A VERY REALMULTI-SYSTEMIC amp CHRONICMEDICAL CONDITION)

VIDEOS

EDSFitTip ndashStanding legexercises forHypermobilityandDysautonomia orPOTS

Featured Video

Colloidal SilverHealer ndash HowMuch Can ItReally Help

MOVEMOREMOVEBETTERMOVINGNATURALLYWITHHYPERMOBILITY

PHYSICAL THERAPYAND MANUALRELEASE OF THEMASSETER MUSCLEIN INDIVIDUALSWITHHYPERMOBILITYSYNDROMEEHLERS-DANLOSSYNDROME (EDS)

I

I

The difference between rotating too far and not

There are several connective tissue disorders that can

cause joint hypermobility Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes

are a ldquogroup of heritable connective tissue disorders that

are caused by various defects in the collagen protein used

to make our connective tissues These disorders can cause

a wide variety of complications through out all body

systems ndash Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is very much a multi-

systemic disorder Based upon recent research the

prevalence of EDS exceeds this number and could be as

high as 1100 to 1200 people (Collins 2015 Nielsen

2013) or higher Each type of EDS is characterized by a

distinct problem in making or using one of the types of

collagen Collagen is the bodyrsquos most abundant protein

and can be found in nearly every component of our bodies

from our ears to our eyes and mouth to our heart

surrounding our internal organs and veins connecting our

joints in our bones and down to the tips of our toes

Collagen is a strong protein that provides both strength

and elasticity to our tissues as well as allows our tissues to

be stretched safely without damage or without being

stretched past a normal range Basically Ehlers-Danlos

Syndromes are structural problems caused by defects to

the ldquogluerdquo that holds our bodies togetherrdquo

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and more specifically

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS) are considered the most common causes of

joint hypermobility Specialists who research and treat

patients with EDS have come to the agreement and

belief that Joint Hypermobility Syndrome and Ehlers-

Danlos syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type are one in the

same condition

The masseter muscles mdashresponsible forldquomasticationrdquo orchewing Our massetermuscles are also part ofa bigger more complexmuscular network thatlinks to many othermuscles in our bodiesMasseter muscles helpkeep the head on thespine the joints of thehead and neck in placeand stay incommunication withother [hellip]

SHARE THIS

FASCIA =CONNECTIVETISSUE = THE GLUETHAT HOLDS OURBODIES TOGETHER= EVERYWHERE INOUR BODIES

Someone in the EDSHacks FB group postedan excellent article theother day The woman

Furthermore Joint Hypermobility SyndromeEhlers-

Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility type and

frustrations that so many its patients face was

perfectly explained in a paper published by Dr Alan

Pocinki a physician well-known in the EDS community

and who practices in the Washington DC area called

ldquoJoint Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility syndromerdquo

ndash the same paper quoted in the Yoga International

article

ldquoExperts estimate that up to 10 of the general

population may have some degree of hypermobility

with women affected about three times more often

than men Most hypermobile people do not develop

any problems from their loose joints but some suffer

chronic pain and other symptoms Those who do

suffer chronic joint pain and other symptoms related

to their hypermobility or to the looseness of other

tissues that often accompanies hypermobility have a

condition called joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS)

Often people who suffer from hypermobility

syndrome are called hypo- chondriacs or lazy

because they avoid many everyday activities

because these activities that cause them pain Most

of them donrsquot look sick and as a result friends

colleagues and even doctors can be unsympathetic

Furthermore they may spend years unsuccessfully

searching for the cause of their chronic pain and

other symptoms because many doctors are

unfamiliar with hypermobility syndrome and its

complex set of symptoms Such long delays and lack

of understanding can lead to frustration (with

doctors and with daily life) anger anxiety and

who posted the articlecommented that readingarticles like the onebelow help her betterunderstand what isgoing on with her bodythus helping her findappropriate ways tohelp alleviate hersymptoms And wecouldnrsquot agree more [hellip]

SHARE THIS

SPONSOREDADS

depressionrdquo

To read the full post that was quoted above explaining

what EDS is go to ldquoWhat is Ehlers-Danlos Syndromerdquo

Consequently in order to practice yoga safely with

hypermobility you must be consciously conservative

What was once a ldquono-nordquo for those with

EDSHEDSJHS is proving to be quite the opposite

Taking classes with a yoga instructor who is also

hypermobile or who has knowledge in instructing the

hypermobile yogi such as the author of the post by

Yoga Journal can be instrumental in understanding

how to not ldquogo thererdquo in certain positions

ldquoI am what I call a ldquotight bendy personrdquo

My joints are quite mobilemdashhypermobilemdashbut my

muscles are tight with chronic knots Irsquom careful

when I practice yogamdashwith myself and with my yoga

studentsmdashbut am perpetually nursing one ache or

anotherrdquo

Yes yes and yes Itrsquos as if the hypermobile yoga Godsrsquo

are finally coming together in order to help those who

are interested in yoga but have not been not to

practice it and support all of us hypermobile yogis

who have been practicing yoga for many years (and

with great success)

The author goes on to explain in great detail how joint

hypermobility is so much more than ldquojust loose jointsrdquo

She also quotes Dr Alan Pocinki in her article

ldquoIn yoga class those who have difficulty touching

their toes may feel their lack of flexibility as a

NEVER BETAGAINSTOCCAMMAST CELLRESEARCH

86 REVIEWS

ldquoItrsquos Really Not All InYour Head Afterstruggling with healthissues for most of my

liability and of course it can be However while

inadequate range of motion isnrsquot optimal itrsquos not

nearly as perilous as excessive range of motion

People with JHS often suffer from musculoskeletal

and joint pain and soft tissue injuries like strains

sprains tendonitis and dislocations Because our

ligaments are unstable we have an increased

tendency to have scoliosis TMJ spinal disc problems

flat feet and headaches

Dr Alan Pocinki an MD who practices in

Washington DCrsquos metro area and who has written

what is in my opinion a groundbreaking article about

JHS explains ldquoBecausehellipthe ligaments [are]helliptoo

loose and therefore cannot do their job well the

muscleshellipare forced to do more of the workhellipthan

they are meant to do so they become strainedrdquo 1Prime

To read Dr Pocinkirsquos full article titled ldquoJoint

Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility Syndromerdquo go

to Joint HypermobilityJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

If yoga has always been ldquoeasyrdquo for you learning more

about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS)Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS) may be

something to consider As mentioned above HEDS

and JHS are considered one in the same condition

presenting with a wide spectrum with varying signs

and symptoms Make sure that the information you

read is from a reputable source such as the Ehlers-

Danlos National Foundation (EDNF) EDS UK or

another well-known EDS Organization This site is

great too

issues for most of mylife it was reading DrAfrinrsquos work that finallybrought all the piecestogether How I wishthis knowledge wasavailable 25 years ago asit would have preventedcountless years ofsuffering ldquostrangerdquo andldquounusualrdquo symptoms forwhich [hellip]

MAST CELLRESEARCHCONTEST ANDWELLAPALOOZA2016 SPONSORRAFFLE PRIZEWINNERS

Recently Mast CellResearch held a contestto see who could guesshow many total copiesof Dr Lawrence Afrinrsquosbook lsquoNever Bet AgainstOccam Mast CellActivation Disease andthe Modern Epidemicsof Chronic Illness andMedical Complexityrsquohave been sold tocelebrate the six monthanniversary since it waspublished Prize winnerswere [hellip]

INTEGRATIVEWELLNESSRETREATSWELLAPALO

A FEW MORE KEY POINTS TOREMEMBER

ndash There are several generic connective tissue

conditions that cause joint hypermobility ndash Ehlers-

Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type (HEDS) is

considered the most common cause of joint

hypermobility

ndash Hypermobility and flexibility are not one in the

same however both terms are often used

interchangeably

ndash You do not have to be flexible to be hypermobile In

fact there seems to be an equal number of those who

have HEDS or another type of EDS who are ldquostiffrdquo and

not so flexible Therersquos even a type of EDS called

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Musculocontractural type

EDS Musculocontractural type presents exactly as it

sounds ndash a ton of muscle contractors or spasms Quite

the opposite of being flexible yet the individuals who

are affected are both stiff and hypermobile

ndash You can also be flexible but not hypermobile

ndash There are several types of yoga and all types of yoga

practice can be modified

ndash Finding the type of yoga practice that works best for

your body and your specific case of hypermobility

syndromeEhlers-Danlos syndrome is key Doing so

will ensure that you are able to learn how to practice

WELLAPALOOZA

EDS WELLNESSINTEGRATIVEWELLNESSCONFERENCES ANDRETREATS

yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

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KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

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Page 2: THE HYPERMOBILE YOGI – PRACTICING YOGA WITH …edswellness.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/The-Hypermobile-Yogi... · THE HYPERMOBILE YOGI – PRACTICING YOGA WITH JOINT HYPERMOBILITY

THE HYPERMOBILE YOGIndash PRACTICING YOGA

WITH JOINTHYPERMOBILITY

SYNDROME

SHOP

RECENTPOSTS

EDSMind-BodyWellnessSeminars ndashRegister NowNov 22016

MigrainesEhlers-Danlossyndrome(EDS)MastCellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) BirthControlPillsandLightSensitiv

ldquoMany people have flexible or loose joints Theyrsquore

the people maybe like you who did gymnastics or

ballet when they were young and are ldquogoodrdquo at yoga

Their joints move farther and more easily than most

peoplersquos joints so they often can do tricks like

bending their thumbs forward until they touch their

forearms Sometimes these people are called ldquodouble-

jointedrdquo and some may even have dislocated or

popped their joints out of the socket The medical

term for joints that move too far is hypermobility

and the word for joints that are too loose and move

too easily is laxityrdquo ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

Yoga International posted an article today called

ldquoJoint Hypermobility Syndrome Yogarsquos Enigmatic

Epidemicrdquo (click on the article title to read the full

article or see link at the bottom of the page) For many

hypermobile yogis including myself Yoga

Internationalrsquos article was a refreshing sigh of relief

FINALLY A FACTUAL ARTICLESTATING THE REAL GENETICPREDISPOSITION FOR JOINTHYPERMOBILITY AND HOW ITrsquoSSOMETHING THAT SHOULDNrsquoT BEGLORIFIED IN YOGA (OR DANCE ORANY OTHER SPORT)

Additionally the author mentions how she has

approached practicing and teaching yoga safely ndash with

appropriate modifications as well as a ton of self-

awareness Most importantly ldquoJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome Yogarsquos Enigmatic Epidemicrdquo discusses how

Sensitivity Oct 272016

EDSFitTip ndashStanding legexercises forHypermobility andDysautonomiaorPOTSOct 232016

SUBSCRIBE

VIDEOS

Stay inTouch

Join our mailing

list to receive

the latest news

and updates

from our team

NAME

EMAIL

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joint hypermobility is SO MUCH MORE than ldquojust

loose jointsrdquo

The author also shares her personal yoga class

experience a bit about her personal journey to a

diagnosis of Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS)

(commonly known now as ldquoEhlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash

Hypermobility Typerdquo or HEDS) as well as her own yoga

practice philosophy

ldquoSocially and politically Irsquom left of liberal But on the

mat in part because of my excessive flexibility Irsquom a

die-hard conservative You could say Irsquom kind of a

fuddy-duddy

ldquoHow long did it take you to do thatrdquo wistful

students have asked over the years when I sit cross-

legged with ease For many of them their hips are so

tight that they canrsquot even imagine being comfortable

in that position

ldquoIrsquove always been able to do thisrdquo I tell them not

wanting to misrepresent yogarsquos capabilities

Irsquom not boasting My mobility is pathologicalrdquo

WHAT IS JOINT HYPERMOBILITY ORHYPERMOBILITY SYNDROME ANDWHY IS IT SO MUCH THAN ldquoJUSTLOOSE JOINTSrdquo (AKA ndash A VERY REALMULTI-SYSTEMIC amp CHRONICMEDICAL CONDITION)

VIDEOS

EDSFitTip ndashStanding legexercises forHypermobilityandDysautonomia orPOTS

Featured Video

Colloidal SilverHealer ndash HowMuch Can ItReally Help

MOVEMOREMOVEBETTERMOVINGNATURALLYWITHHYPERMOBILITY

PHYSICAL THERAPYAND MANUALRELEASE OF THEMASSETER MUSCLEIN INDIVIDUALSWITHHYPERMOBILITYSYNDROMEEHLERS-DANLOSSYNDROME (EDS)

I

I

The difference between rotating too far and not

There are several connective tissue disorders that can

cause joint hypermobility Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes

are a ldquogroup of heritable connective tissue disorders that

are caused by various defects in the collagen protein used

to make our connective tissues These disorders can cause

a wide variety of complications through out all body

systems ndash Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is very much a multi-

systemic disorder Based upon recent research the

prevalence of EDS exceeds this number and could be as

high as 1100 to 1200 people (Collins 2015 Nielsen

2013) or higher Each type of EDS is characterized by a

distinct problem in making or using one of the types of

collagen Collagen is the bodyrsquos most abundant protein

and can be found in nearly every component of our bodies

from our ears to our eyes and mouth to our heart

surrounding our internal organs and veins connecting our

joints in our bones and down to the tips of our toes

Collagen is a strong protein that provides both strength

and elasticity to our tissues as well as allows our tissues to

be stretched safely without damage or without being

stretched past a normal range Basically Ehlers-Danlos

Syndromes are structural problems caused by defects to

the ldquogluerdquo that holds our bodies togetherrdquo

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and more specifically

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS) are considered the most common causes of

joint hypermobility Specialists who research and treat

patients with EDS have come to the agreement and

belief that Joint Hypermobility Syndrome and Ehlers-

Danlos syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type are one in the

same condition

The masseter muscles mdashresponsible forldquomasticationrdquo orchewing Our massetermuscles are also part ofa bigger more complexmuscular network thatlinks to many othermuscles in our bodiesMasseter muscles helpkeep the head on thespine the joints of thehead and neck in placeand stay incommunication withother [hellip]

SHARE THIS

FASCIA =CONNECTIVETISSUE = THE GLUETHAT HOLDS OURBODIES TOGETHER= EVERYWHERE INOUR BODIES

Someone in the EDSHacks FB group postedan excellent article theother day The woman

Furthermore Joint Hypermobility SyndromeEhlers-

Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility type and

frustrations that so many its patients face was

perfectly explained in a paper published by Dr Alan

Pocinki a physician well-known in the EDS community

and who practices in the Washington DC area called

ldquoJoint Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility syndromerdquo

ndash the same paper quoted in the Yoga International

article

ldquoExperts estimate that up to 10 of the general

population may have some degree of hypermobility

with women affected about three times more often

than men Most hypermobile people do not develop

any problems from their loose joints but some suffer

chronic pain and other symptoms Those who do

suffer chronic joint pain and other symptoms related

to their hypermobility or to the looseness of other

tissues that often accompanies hypermobility have a

condition called joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS)

Often people who suffer from hypermobility

syndrome are called hypo- chondriacs or lazy

because they avoid many everyday activities

because these activities that cause them pain Most

of them donrsquot look sick and as a result friends

colleagues and even doctors can be unsympathetic

Furthermore they may spend years unsuccessfully

searching for the cause of their chronic pain and

other symptoms because many doctors are

unfamiliar with hypermobility syndrome and its

complex set of symptoms Such long delays and lack

of understanding can lead to frustration (with

doctors and with daily life) anger anxiety and

who posted the articlecommented that readingarticles like the onebelow help her betterunderstand what isgoing on with her bodythus helping her findappropriate ways tohelp alleviate hersymptoms And wecouldnrsquot agree more [hellip]

SHARE THIS

SPONSOREDADS

depressionrdquo

To read the full post that was quoted above explaining

what EDS is go to ldquoWhat is Ehlers-Danlos Syndromerdquo

Consequently in order to practice yoga safely with

hypermobility you must be consciously conservative

What was once a ldquono-nordquo for those with

EDSHEDSJHS is proving to be quite the opposite

Taking classes with a yoga instructor who is also

hypermobile or who has knowledge in instructing the

hypermobile yogi such as the author of the post by

Yoga Journal can be instrumental in understanding

how to not ldquogo thererdquo in certain positions

ldquoI am what I call a ldquotight bendy personrdquo

My joints are quite mobilemdashhypermobilemdashbut my

muscles are tight with chronic knots Irsquom careful

when I practice yogamdashwith myself and with my yoga

studentsmdashbut am perpetually nursing one ache or

anotherrdquo

Yes yes and yes Itrsquos as if the hypermobile yoga Godsrsquo

are finally coming together in order to help those who

are interested in yoga but have not been not to

practice it and support all of us hypermobile yogis

who have been practicing yoga for many years (and

with great success)

The author goes on to explain in great detail how joint

hypermobility is so much more than ldquojust loose jointsrdquo

She also quotes Dr Alan Pocinki in her article

ldquoIn yoga class those who have difficulty touching

their toes may feel their lack of flexibility as a

NEVER BETAGAINSTOCCAMMAST CELLRESEARCH

86 REVIEWS

ldquoItrsquos Really Not All InYour Head Afterstruggling with healthissues for most of my

liability and of course it can be However while

inadequate range of motion isnrsquot optimal itrsquos not

nearly as perilous as excessive range of motion

People with JHS often suffer from musculoskeletal

and joint pain and soft tissue injuries like strains

sprains tendonitis and dislocations Because our

ligaments are unstable we have an increased

tendency to have scoliosis TMJ spinal disc problems

flat feet and headaches

Dr Alan Pocinki an MD who practices in

Washington DCrsquos metro area and who has written

what is in my opinion a groundbreaking article about

JHS explains ldquoBecausehellipthe ligaments [are]helliptoo

loose and therefore cannot do their job well the

muscleshellipare forced to do more of the workhellipthan

they are meant to do so they become strainedrdquo 1Prime

To read Dr Pocinkirsquos full article titled ldquoJoint

Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility Syndromerdquo go

to Joint HypermobilityJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

If yoga has always been ldquoeasyrdquo for you learning more

about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS)Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS) may be

something to consider As mentioned above HEDS

and JHS are considered one in the same condition

presenting with a wide spectrum with varying signs

and symptoms Make sure that the information you

read is from a reputable source such as the Ehlers-

Danlos National Foundation (EDNF) EDS UK or

another well-known EDS Organization This site is

great too

issues for most of mylife it was reading DrAfrinrsquos work that finallybrought all the piecestogether How I wishthis knowledge wasavailable 25 years ago asit would have preventedcountless years ofsuffering ldquostrangerdquo andldquounusualrdquo symptoms forwhich [hellip]

MAST CELLRESEARCHCONTEST ANDWELLAPALOOZA2016 SPONSORRAFFLE PRIZEWINNERS

Recently Mast CellResearch held a contestto see who could guesshow many total copiesof Dr Lawrence Afrinrsquosbook lsquoNever Bet AgainstOccam Mast CellActivation Disease andthe Modern Epidemicsof Chronic Illness andMedical Complexityrsquohave been sold tocelebrate the six monthanniversary since it waspublished Prize winnerswere [hellip]

INTEGRATIVEWELLNESSRETREATSWELLAPALO

A FEW MORE KEY POINTS TOREMEMBER

ndash There are several generic connective tissue

conditions that cause joint hypermobility ndash Ehlers-

Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type (HEDS) is

considered the most common cause of joint

hypermobility

ndash Hypermobility and flexibility are not one in the

same however both terms are often used

interchangeably

ndash You do not have to be flexible to be hypermobile In

fact there seems to be an equal number of those who

have HEDS or another type of EDS who are ldquostiffrdquo and

not so flexible Therersquos even a type of EDS called

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Musculocontractural type

EDS Musculocontractural type presents exactly as it

sounds ndash a ton of muscle contractors or spasms Quite

the opposite of being flexible yet the individuals who

are affected are both stiff and hypermobile

ndash You can also be flexible but not hypermobile

ndash There are several types of yoga and all types of yoga

practice can be modified

ndash Finding the type of yoga practice that works best for

your body and your specific case of hypermobility

syndromeEhlers-Danlos syndrome is key Doing so

will ensure that you are able to learn how to practice

WELLAPALOOZA

EDS WELLNESSINTEGRATIVEWELLNESSCONFERENCES ANDRETREATS

yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

about halfway down)

Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

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what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

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ldquoMany people have flexible or loose joints Theyrsquore

the people maybe like you who did gymnastics or

ballet when they were young and are ldquogoodrdquo at yoga

Their joints move farther and more easily than most

peoplersquos joints so they often can do tricks like

bending their thumbs forward until they touch their

forearms Sometimes these people are called ldquodouble-

jointedrdquo and some may even have dislocated or

popped their joints out of the socket The medical

term for joints that move too far is hypermobility

and the word for joints that are too loose and move

too easily is laxityrdquo ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

Yoga International posted an article today called

ldquoJoint Hypermobility Syndrome Yogarsquos Enigmatic

Epidemicrdquo (click on the article title to read the full

article or see link at the bottom of the page) For many

hypermobile yogis including myself Yoga

Internationalrsquos article was a refreshing sigh of relief

FINALLY A FACTUAL ARTICLESTATING THE REAL GENETICPREDISPOSITION FOR JOINTHYPERMOBILITY AND HOW ITrsquoSSOMETHING THAT SHOULDNrsquoT BEGLORIFIED IN YOGA (OR DANCE ORANY OTHER SPORT)

Additionally the author mentions how she has

approached practicing and teaching yoga safely ndash with

appropriate modifications as well as a ton of self-

awareness Most importantly ldquoJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome Yogarsquos Enigmatic Epidemicrdquo discusses how

Sensitivity Oct 272016

EDSFitTip ndashStanding legexercises forHypermobility andDysautonomiaorPOTSOct 232016

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the latest news

and updates

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joint hypermobility is SO MUCH MORE than ldquojust

loose jointsrdquo

The author also shares her personal yoga class

experience a bit about her personal journey to a

diagnosis of Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS)

(commonly known now as ldquoEhlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash

Hypermobility Typerdquo or HEDS) as well as her own yoga

practice philosophy

ldquoSocially and politically Irsquom left of liberal But on the

mat in part because of my excessive flexibility Irsquom a

die-hard conservative You could say Irsquom kind of a

fuddy-duddy

ldquoHow long did it take you to do thatrdquo wistful

students have asked over the years when I sit cross-

legged with ease For many of them their hips are so

tight that they canrsquot even imagine being comfortable

in that position

ldquoIrsquove always been able to do thisrdquo I tell them not

wanting to misrepresent yogarsquos capabilities

Irsquom not boasting My mobility is pathologicalrdquo

WHAT IS JOINT HYPERMOBILITY ORHYPERMOBILITY SYNDROME ANDWHY IS IT SO MUCH THAN ldquoJUSTLOOSE JOINTSrdquo (AKA ndash A VERY REALMULTI-SYSTEMIC amp CHRONICMEDICAL CONDITION)

VIDEOS

EDSFitTip ndashStanding legexercises forHypermobilityandDysautonomia orPOTS

Featured Video

Colloidal SilverHealer ndash HowMuch Can ItReally Help

MOVEMOREMOVEBETTERMOVINGNATURALLYWITHHYPERMOBILITY

PHYSICAL THERAPYAND MANUALRELEASE OF THEMASSETER MUSCLEIN INDIVIDUALSWITHHYPERMOBILITYSYNDROMEEHLERS-DANLOSSYNDROME (EDS)

I

I

The difference between rotating too far and not

There are several connective tissue disorders that can

cause joint hypermobility Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes

are a ldquogroup of heritable connective tissue disorders that

are caused by various defects in the collagen protein used

to make our connective tissues These disorders can cause

a wide variety of complications through out all body

systems ndash Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is very much a multi-

systemic disorder Based upon recent research the

prevalence of EDS exceeds this number and could be as

high as 1100 to 1200 people (Collins 2015 Nielsen

2013) or higher Each type of EDS is characterized by a

distinct problem in making or using one of the types of

collagen Collagen is the bodyrsquos most abundant protein

and can be found in nearly every component of our bodies

from our ears to our eyes and mouth to our heart

surrounding our internal organs and veins connecting our

joints in our bones and down to the tips of our toes

Collagen is a strong protein that provides both strength

and elasticity to our tissues as well as allows our tissues to

be stretched safely without damage or without being

stretched past a normal range Basically Ehlers-Danlos

Syndromes are structural problems caused by defects to

the ldquogluerdquo that holds our bodies togetherrdquo

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and more specifically

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS) are considered the most common causes of

joint hypermobility Specialists who research and treat

patients with EDS have come to the agreement and

belief that Joint Hypermobility Syndrome and Ehlers-

Danlos syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type are one in the

same condition

The masseter muscles mdashresponsible forldquomasticationrdquo orchewing Our massetermuscles are also part ofa bigger more complexmuscular network thatlinks to many othermuscles in our bodiesMasseter muscles helpkeep the head on thespine the joints of thehead and neck in placeand stay incommunication withother [hellip]

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Someone in the EDSHacks FB group postedan excellent article theother day The woman

Furthermore Joint Hypermobility SyndromeEhlers-

Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility type and

frustrations that so many its patients face was

perfectly explained in a paper published by Dr Alan

Pocinki a physician well-known in the EDS community

and who practices in the Washington DC area called

ldquoJoint Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility syndromerdquo

ndash the same paper quoted in the Yoga International

article

ldquoExperts estimate that up to 10 of the general

population may have some degree of hypermobility

with women affected about three times more often

than men Most hypermobile people do not develop

any problems from their loose joints but some suffer

chronic pain and other symptoms Those who do

suffer chronic joint pain and other symptoms related

to their hypermobility or to the looseness of other

tissues that often accompanies hypermobility have a

condition called joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS)

Often people who suffer from hypermobility

syndrome are called hypo- chondriacs or lazy

because they avoid many everyday activities

because these activities that cause them pain Most

of them donrsquot look sick and as a result friends

colleagues and even doctors can be unsympathetic

Furthermore they may spend years unsuccessfully

searching for the cause of their chronic pain and

other symptoms because many doctors are

unfamiliar with hypermobility syndrome and its

complex set of symptoms Such long delays and lack

of understanding can lead to frustration (with

doctors and with daily life) anger anxiety and

who posted the articlecommented that readingarticles like the onebelow help her betterunderstand what isgoing on with her bodythus helping her findappropriate ways tohelp alleviate hersymptoms And wecouldnrsquot agree more [hellip]

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depressionrdquo

To read the full post that was quoted above explaining

what EDS is go to ldquoWhat is Ehlers-Danlos Syndromerdquo

Consequently in order to practice yoga safely with

hypermobility you must be consciously conservative

What was once a ldquono-nordquo for those with

EDSHEDSJHS is proving to be quite the opposite

Taking classes with a yoga instructor who is also

hypermobile or who has knowledge in instructing the

hypermobile yogi such as the author of the post by

Yoga Journal can be instrumental in understanding

how to not ldquogo thererdquo in certain positions

ldquoI am what I call a ldquotight bendy personrdquo

My joints are quite mobilemdashhypermobilemdashbut my

muscles are tight with chronic knots Irsquom careful

when I practice yogamdashwith myself and with my yoga

studentsmdashbut am perpetually nursing one ache or

anotherrdquo

Yes yes and yes Itrsquos as if the hypermobile yoga Godsrsquo

are finally coming together in order to help those who

are interested in yoga but have not been not to

practice it and support all of us hypermobile yogis

who have been practicing yoga for many years (and

with great success)

The author goes on to explain in great detail how joint

hypermobility is so much more than ldquojust loose jointsrdquo

She also quotes Dr Alan Pocinki in her article

ldquoIn yoga class those who have difficulty touching

their toes may feel their lack of flexibility as a

NEVER BETAGAINSTOCCAMMAST CELLRESEARCH

86 REVIEWS

ldquoItrsquos Really Not All InYour Head Afterstruggling with healthissues for most of my

liability and of course it can be However while

inadequate range of motion isnrsquot optimal itrsquos not

nearly as perilous as excessive range of motion

People with JHS often suffer from musculoskeletal

and joint pain and soft tissue injuries like strains

sprains tendonitis and dislocations Because our

ligaments are unstable we have an increased

tendency to have scoliosis TMJ spinal disc problems

flat feet and headaches

Dr Alan Pocinki an MD who practices in

Washington DCrsquos metro area and who has written

what is in my opinion a groundbreaking article about

JHS explains ldquoBecausehellipthe ligaments [are]helliptoo

loose and therefore cannot do their job well the

muscleshellipare forced to do more of the workhellipthan

they are meant to do so they become strainedrdquo 1Prime

To read Dr Pocinkirsquos full article titled ldquoJoint

Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility Syndromerdquo go

to Joint HypermobilityJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

If yoga has always been ldquoeasyrdquo for you learning more

about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS)Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS) may be

something to consider As mentioned above HEDS

and JHS are considered one in the same condition

presenting with a wide spectrum with varying signs

and symptoms Make sure that the information you

read is from a reputable source such as the Ehlers-

Danlos National Foundation (EDNF) EDS UK or

another well-known EDS Organization This site is

great too

issues for most of mylife it was reading DrAfrinrsquos work that finallybrought all the piecestogether How I wishthis knowledge wasavailable 25 years ago asit would have preventedcountless years ofsuffering ldquostrangerdquo andldquounusualrdquo symptoms forwhich [hellip]

MAST CELLRESEARCHCONTEST ANDWELLAPALOOZA2016 SPONSORRAFFLE PRIZEWINNERS

Recently Mast CellResearch held a contestto see who could guesshow many total copiesof Dr Lawrence Afrinrsquosbook lsquoNever Bet AgainstOccam Mast CellActivation Disease andthe Modern Epidemicsof Chronic Illness andMedical Complexityrsquohave been sold tocelebrate the six monthanniversary since it waspublished Prize winnerswere [hellip]

INTEGRATIVEWELLNESSRETREATSWELLAPALO

A FEW MORE KEY POINTS TOREMEMBER

ndash There are several generic connective tissue

conditions that cause joint hypermobility ndash Ehlers-

Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type (HEDS) is

considered the most common cause of joint

hypermobility

ndash Hypermobility and flexibility are not one in the

same however both terms are often used

interchangeably

ndash You do not have to be flexible to be hypermobile In

fact there seems to be an equal number of those who

have HEDS or another type of EDS who are ldquostiffrdquo and

not so flexible Therersquos even a type of EDS called

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Musculocontractural type

EDS Musculocontractural type presents exactly as it

sounds ndash a ton of muscle contractors or spasms Quite

the opposite of being flexible yet the individuals who

are affected are both stiff and hypermobile

ndash You can also be flexible but not hypermobile

ndash There are several types of yoga and all types of yoga

practice can be modified

ndash Finding the type of yoga practice that works best for

your body and your specific case of hypermobility

syndromeEhlers-Danlos syndrome is key Doing so

will ensure that you are able to learn how to practice

WELLAPALOOZA

EDS WELLNESSINTEGRATIVEWELLNESSCONFERENCES ANDRETREATS

yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

about halfway down)

Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

utm_content=buffer4221famputm_medium=socialamputm

_source=facebookcomamputm_campaign=buffer

Name (required)

Email (required)

Comment (required)

SUBMIT raquo

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In

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In EDSFitTips

MovingNaturally withHypermobilityseminar

In Events

(

amp

New YearNew You ndash 10 activeonline support groups forlearning ways to live well whileliving with a chronic illness

Moving Naturally withHypermobility ndash how to find out

what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

NAME

EMAIL

SUBSCRIBE

Physical Therapy and EDS

Just5Minutes EDS ExercisePT Tips amp Video Clips

Just5Minutes Rule

Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress

(

Page 4: THE HYPERMOBILE YOGI – PRACTICING YOGA WITH …edswellness.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/The-Hypermobile-Yogi... · THE HYPERMOBILE YOGI – PRACTICING YOGA WITH JOINT HYPERMOBILITY

joint hypermobility is SO MUCH MORE than ldquojust

loose jointsrdquo

The author also shares her personal yoga class

experience a bit about her personal journey to a

diagnosis of Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS)

(commonly known now as ldquoEhlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash

Hypermobility Typerdquo or HEDS) as well as her own yoga

practice philosophy

ldquoSocially and politically Irsquom left of liberal But on the

mat in part because of my excessive flexibility Irsquom a

die-hard conservative You could say Irsquom kind of a

fuddy-duddy

ldquoHow long did it take you to do thatrdquo wistful

students have asked over the years when I sit cross-

legged with ease For many of them their hips are so

tight that they canrsquot even imagine being comfortable

in that position

ldquoIrsquove always been able to do thisrdquo I tell them not

wanting to misrepresent yogarsquos capabilities

Irsquom not boasting My mobility is pathologicalrdquo

WHAT IS JOINT HYPERMOBILITY ORHYPERMOBILITY SYNDROME ANDWHY IS IT SO MUCH THAN ldquoJUSTLOOSE JOINTSrdquo (AKA ndash A VERY REALMULTI-SYSTEMIC amp CHRONICMEDICAL CONDITION)

VIDEOS

EDSFitTip ndashStanding legexercises forHypermobilityandDysautonomia orPOTS

Featured Video

Colloidal SilverHealer ndash HowMuch Can ItReally Help

MOVEMOREMOVEBETTERMOVINGNATURALLYWITHHYPERMOBILITY

PHYSICAL THERAPYAND MANUALRELEASE OF THEMASSETER MUSCLEIN INDIVIDUALSWITHHYPERMOBILITYSYNDROMEEHLERS-DANLOSSYNDROME (EDS)

I

I

The difference between rotating too far and not

There are several connective tissue disorders that can

cause joint hypermobility Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes

are a ldquogroup of heritable connective tissue disorders that

are caused by various defects in the collagen protein used

to make our connective tissues These disorders can cause

a wide variety of complications through out all body

systems ndash Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is very much a multi-

systemic disorder Based upon recent research the

prevalence of EDS exceeds this number and could be as

high as 1100 to 1200 people (Collins 2015 Nielsen

2013) or higher Each type of EDS is characterized by a

distinct problem in making or using one of the types of

collagen Collagen is the bodyrsquos most abundant protein

and can be found in nearly every component of our bodies

from our ears to our eyes and mouth to our heart

surrounding our internal organs and veins connecting our

joints in our bones and down to the tips of our toes

Collagen is a strong protein that provides both strength

and elasticity to our tissues as well as allows our tissues to

be stretched safely without damage or without being

stretched past a normal range Basically Ehlers-Danlos

Syndromes are structural problems caused by defects to

the ldquogluerdquo that holds our bodies togetherrdquo

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and more specifically

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS) are considered the most common causes of

joint hypermobility Specialists who research and treat

patients with EDS have come to the agreement and

belief that Joint Hypermobility Syndrome and Ehlers-

Danlos syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type are one in the

same condition

The masseter muscles mdashresponsible forldquomasticationrdquo orchewing Our massetermuscles are also part ofa bigger more complexmuscular network thatlinks to many othermuscles in our bodiesMasseter muscles helpkeep the head on thespine the joints of thehead and neck in placeand stay incommunication withother [hellip]

SHARE THIS

FASCIA =CONNECTIVETISSUE = THE GLUETHAT HOLDS OURBODIES TOGETHER= EVERYWHERE INOUR BODIES

Someone in the EDSHacks FB group postedan excellent article theother day The woman

Furthermore Joint Hypermobility SyndromeEhlers-

Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility type and

frustrations that so many its patients face was

perfectly explained in a paper published by Dr Alan

Pocinki a physician well-known in the EDS community

and who practices in the Washington DC area called

ldquoJoint Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility syndromerdquo

ndash the same paper quoted in the Yoga International

article

ldquoExperts estimate that up to 10 of the general

population may have some degree of hypermobility

with women affected about three times more often

than men Most hypermobile people do not develop

any problems from their loose joints but some suffer

chronic pain and other symptoms Those who do

suffer chronic joint pain and other symptoms related

to their hypermobility or to the looseness of other

tissues that often accompanies hypermobility have a

condition called joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS)

Often people who suffer from hypermobility

syndrome are called hypo- chondriacs or lazy

because they avoid many everyday activities

because these activities that cause them pain Most

of them donrsquot look sick and as a result friends

colleagues and even doctors can be unsympathetic

Furthermore they may spend years unsuccessfully

searching for the cause of their chronic pain and

other symptoms because many doctors are

unfamiliar with hypermobility syndrome and its

complex set of symptoms Such long delays and lack

of understanding can lead to frustration (with

doctors and with daily life) anger anxiety and

who posted the articlecommented that readingarticles like the onebelow help her betterunderstand what isgoing on with her bodythus helping her findappropriate ways tohelp alleviate hersymptoms And wecouldnrsquot agree more [hellip]

SHARE THIS

SPONSOREDADS

depressionrdquo

To read the full post that was quoted above explaining

what EDS is go to ldquoWhat is Ehlers-Danlos Syndromerdquo

Consequently in order to practice yoga safely with

hypermobility you must be consciously conservative

What was once a ldquono-nordquo for those with

EDSHEDSJHS is proving to be quite the opposite

Taking classes with a yoga instructor who is also

hypermobile or who has knowledge in instructing the

hypermobile yogi such as the author of the post by

Yoga Journal can be instrumental in understanding

how to not ldquogo thererdquo in certain positions

ldquoI am what I call a ldquotight bendy personrdquo

My joints are quite mobilemdashhypermobilemdashbut my

muscles are tight with chronic knots Irsquom careful

when I practice yogamdashwith myself and with my yoga

studentsmdashbut am perpetually nursing one ache or

anotherrdquo

Yes yes and yes Itrsquos as if the hypermobile yoga Godsrsquo

are finally coming together in order to help those who

are interested in yoga but have not been not to

practice it and support all of us hypermobile yogis

who have been practicing yoga for many years (and

with great success)

The author goes on to explain in great detail how joint

hypermobility is so much more than ldquojust loose jointsrdquo

She also quotes Dr Alan Pocinki in her article

ldquoIn yoga class those who have difficulty touching

their toes may feel their lack of flexibility as a

NEVER BETAGAINSTOCCAMMAST CELLRESEARCH

86 REVIEWS

ldquoItrsquos Really Not All InYour Head Afterstruggling with healthissues for most of my

liability and of course it can be However while

inadequate range of motion isnrsquot optimal itrsquos not

nearly as perilous as excessive range of motion

People with JHS often suffer from musculoskeletal

and joint pain and soft tissue injuries like strains

sprains tendonitis and dislocations Because our

ligaments are unstable we have an increased

tendency to have scoliosis TMJ spinal disc problems

flat feet and headaches

Dr Alan Pocinki an MD who practices in

Washington DCrsquos metro area and who has written

what is in my opinion a groundbreaking article about

JHS explains ldquoBecausehellipthe ligaments [are]helliptoo

loose and therefore cannot do their job well the

muscleshellipare forced to do more of the workhellipthan

they are meant to do so they become strainedrdquo 1Prime

To read Dr Pocinkirsquos full article titled ldquoJoint

Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility Syndromerdquo go

to Joint HypermobilityJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

If yoga has always been ldquoeasyrdquo for you learning more

about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS)Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS) may be

something to consider As mentioned above HEDS

and JHS are considered one in the same condition

presenting with a wide spectrum with varying signs

and symptoms Make sure that the information you

read is from a reputable source such as the Ehlers-

Danlos National Foundation (EDNF) EDS UK or

another well-known EDS Organization This site is

great too

issues for most of mylife it was reading DrAfrinrsquos work that finallybrought all the piecestogether How I wishthis knowledge wasavailable 25 years ago asit would have preventedcountless years ofsuffering ldquostrangerdquo andldquounusualrdquo symptoms forwhich [hellip]

MAST CELLRESEARCHCONTEST ANDWELLAPALOOZA2016 SPONSORRAFFLE PRIZEWINNERS

Recently Mast CellResearch held a contestto see who could guesshow many total copiesof Dr Lawrence Afrinrsquosbook lsquoNever Bet AgainstOccam Mast CellActivation Disease andthe Modern Epidemicsof Chronic Illness andMedical Complexityrsquohave been sold tocelebrate the six monthanniversary since it waspublished Prize winnerswere [hellip]

INTEGRATIVEWELLNESSRETREATSWELLAPALO

A FEW MORE KEY POINTS TOREMEMBER

ndash There are several generic connective tissue

conditions that cause joint hypermobility ndash Ehlers-

Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type (HEDS) is

considered the most common cause of joint

hypermobility

ndash Hypermobility and flexibility are not one in the

same however both terms are often used

interchangeably

ndash You do not have to be flexible to be hypermobile In

fact there seems to be an equal number of those who

have HEDS or another type of EDS who are ldquostiffrdquo and

not so flexible Therersquos even a type of EDS called

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Musculocontractural type

EDS Musculocontractural type presents exactly as it

sounds ndash a ton of muscle contractors or spasms Quite

the opposite of being flexible yet the individuals who

are affected are both stiff and hypermobile

ndash You can also be flexible but not hypermobile

ndash There are several types of yoga and all types of yoga

practice can be modified

ndash Finding the type of yoga practice that works best for

your body and your specific case of hypermobility

syndromeEhlers-Danlos syndrome is key Doing so

will ensure that you are able to learn how to practice

WELLAPALOOZA

EDS WELLNESSINTEGRATIVEWELLNESSCONFERENCES ANDRETREATS

yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

about halfway down)

Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

utm_content=buffer4221famputm_medium=socialamputm

_source=facebookcomamputm_campaign=buffer

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In EDSFitTips

MovingNaturally withHypermobilityseminar

In Events

(

amp

New YearNew You ndash 10 activeonline support groups forlearning ways to live well whileliving with a chronic illness

Moving Naturally withHypermobility ndash how to find out

what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

NAME

EMAIL

SUBSCRIBE

Physical Therapy and EDS

Just5Minutes EDS ExercisePT Tips amp Video Clips

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The difference between rotating too far and not

There are several connective tissue disorders that can

cause joint hypermobility Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes

are a ldquogroup of heritable connective tissue disorders that

are caused by various defects in the collagen protein used

to make our connective tissues These disorders can cause

a wide variety of complications through out all body

systems ndash Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is very much a multi-

systemic disorder Based upon recent research the

prevalence of EDS exceeds this number and could be as

high as 1100 to 1200 people (Collins 2015 Nielsen

2013) or higher Each type of EDS is characterized by a

distinct problem in making or using one of the types of

collagen Collagen is the bodyrsquos most abundant protein

and can be found in nearly every component of our bodies

from our ears to our eyes and mouth to our heart

surrounding our internal organs and veins connecting our

joints in our bones and down to the tips of our toes

Collagen is a strong protein that provides both strength

and elasticity to our tissues as well as allows our tissues to

be stretched safely without damage or without being

stretched past a normal range Basically Ehlers-Danlos

Syndromes are structural problems caused by defects to

the ldquogluerdquo that holds our bodies togetherrdquo

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and more specifically

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS) are considered the most common causes of

joint hypermobility Specialists who research and treat

patients with EDS have come to the agreement and

belief that Joint Hypermobility Syndrome and Ehlers-

Danlos syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type are one in the

same condition

The masseter muscles mdashresponsible forldquomasticationrdquo orchewing Our massetermuscles are also part ofa bigger more complexmuscular network thatlinks to many othermuscles in our bodiesMasseter muscles helpkeep the head on thespine the joints of thehead and neck in placeand stay incommunication withother [hellip]

SHARE THIS

FASCIA =CONNECTIVETISSUE = THE GLUETHAT HOLDS OURBODIES TOGETHER= EVERYWHERE INOUR BODIES

Someone in the EDSHacks FB group postedan excellent article theother day The woman

Furthermore Joint Hypermobility SyndromeEhlers-

Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility type and

frustrations that so many its patients face was

perfectly explained in a paper published by Dr Alan

Pocinki a physician well-known in the EDS community

and who practices in the Washington DC area called

ldquoJoint Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility syndromerdquo

ndash the same paper quoted in the Yoga International

article

ldquoExperts estimate that up to 10 of the general

population may have some degree of hypermobility

with women affected about three times more often

than men Most hypermobile people do not develop

any problems from their loose joints but some suffer

chronic pain and other symptoms Those who do

suffer chronic joint pain and other symptoms related

to their hypermobility or to the looseness of other

tissues that often accompanies hypermobility have a

condition called joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS)

Often people who suffer from hypermobility

syndrome are called hypo- chondriacs or lazy

because they avoid many everyday activities

because these activities that cause them pain Most

of them donrsquot look sick and as a result friends

colleagues and even doctors can be unsympathetic

Furthermore they may spend years unsuccessfully

searching for the cause of their chronic pain and

other symptoms because many doctors are

unfamiliar with hypermobility syndrome and its

complex set of symptoms Such long delays and lack

of understanding can lead to frustration (with

doctors and with daily life) anger anxiety and

who posted the articlecommented that readingarticles like the onebelow help her betterunderstand what isgoing on with her bodythus helping her findappropriate ways tohelp alleviate hersymptoms And wecouldnrsquot agree more [hellip]

SHARE THIS

SPONSOREDADS

depressionrdquo

To read the full post that was quoted above explaining

what EDS is go to ldquoWhat is Ehlers-Danlos Syndromerdquo

Consequently in order to practice yoga safely with

hypermobility you must be consciously conservative

What was once a ldquono-nordquo for those with

EDSHEDSJHS is proving to be quite the opposite

Taking classes with a yoga instructor who is also

hypermobile or who has knowledge in instructing the

hypermobile yogi such as the author of the post by

Yoga Journal can be instrumental in understanding

how to not ldquogo thererdquo in certain positions

ldquoI am what I call a ldquotight bendy personrdquo

My joints are quite mobilemdashhypermobilemdashbut my

muscles are tight with chronic knots Irsquom careful

when I practice yogamdashwith myself and with my yoga

studentsmdashbut am perpetually nursing one ache or

anotherrdquo

Yes yes and yes Itrsquos as if the hypermobile yoga Godsrsquo

are finally coming together in order to help those who

are interested in yoga but have not been not to

practice it and support all of us hypermobile yogis

who have been practicing yoga for many years (and

with great success)

The author goes on to explain in great detail how joint

hypermobility is so much more than ldquojust loose jointsrdquo

She also quotes Dr Alan Pocinki in her article

ldquoIn yoga class those who have difficulty touching

their toes may feel their lack of flexibility as a

NEVER BETAGAINSTOCCAMMAST CELLRESEARCH

86 REVIEWS

ldquoItrsquos Really Not All InYour Head Afterstruggling with healthissues for most of my

liability and of course it can be However while

inadequate range of motion isnrsquot optimal itrsquos not

nearly as perilous as excessive range of motion

People with JHS often suffer from musculoskeletal

and joint pain and soft tissue injuries like strains

sprains tendonitis and dislocations Because our

ligaments are unstable we have an increased

tendency to have scoliosis TMJ spinal disc problems

flat feet and headaches

Dr Alan Pocinki an MD who practices in

Washington DCrsquos metro area and who has written

what is in my opinion a groundbreaking article about

JHS explains ldquoBecausehellipthe ligaments [are]helliptoo

loose and therefore cannot do their job well the

muscleshellipare forced to do more of the workhellipthan

they are meant to do so they become strainedrdquo 1Prime

To read Dr Pocinkirsquos full article titled ldquoJoint

Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility Syndromerdquo go

to Joint HypermobilityJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

If yoga has always been ldquoeasyrdquo for you learning more

about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS)Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS) may be

something to consider As mentioned above HEDS

and JHS are considered one in the same condition

presenting with a wide spectrum with varying signs

and symptoms Make sure that the information you

read is from a reputable source such as the Ehlers-

Danlos National Foundation (EDNF) EDS UK or

another well-known EDS Organization This site is

great too

issues for most of mylife it was reading DrAfrinrsquos work that finallybrought all the piecestogether How I wishthis knowledge wasavailable 25 years ago asit would have preventedcountless years ofsuffering ldquostrangerdquo andldquounusualrdquo symptoms forwhich [hellip]

MAST CELLRESEARCHCONTEST ANDWELLAPALOOZA2016 SPONSORRAFFLE PRIZEWINNERS

Recently Mast CellResearch held a contestto see who could guesshow many total copiesof Dr Lawrence Afrinrsquosbook lsquoNever Bet AgainstOccam Mast CellActivation Disease andthe Modern Epidemicsof Chronic Illness andMedical Complexityrsquohave been sold tocelebrate the six monthanniversary since it waspublished Prize winnerswere [hellip]

INTEGRATIVEWELLNESSRETREATSWELLAPALO

A FEW MORE KEY POINTS TOREMEMBER

ndash There are several generic connective tissue

conditions that cause joint hypermobility ndash Ehlers-

Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type (HEDS) is

considered the most common cause of joint

hypermobility

ndash Hypermobility and flexibility are not one in the

same however both terms are often used

interchangeably

ndash You do not have to be flexible to be hypermobile In

fact there seems to be an equal number of those who

have HEDS or another type of EDS who are ldquostiffrdquo and

not so flexible Therersquos even a type of EDS called

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Musculocontractural type

EDS Musculocontractural type presents exactly as it

sounds ndash a ton of muscle contractors or spasms Quite

the opposite of being flexible yet the individuals who

are affected are both stiff and hypermobile

ndash You can also be flexible but not hypermobile

ndash There are several types of yoga and all types of yoga

practice can be modified

ndash Finding the type of yoga practice that works best for

your body and your specific case of hypermobility

syndromeEhlers-Danlos syndrome is key Doing so

will ensure that you are able to learn how to practice

WELLAPALOOZA

EDS WELLNESSINTEGRATIVEWELLNESSCONFERENCES ANDRETREATS

yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

about halfway down)

Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

utm_content=buffer4221famputm_medium=socialamputm

_source=facebookcomamputm_campaign=buffer

Name (required)

Email (required)

Comment (required)

SUBMIT raquo

SHARE THIS

Email Print Facebook 178 LinkedIn

Reddit Twitter Pinterest 21 Google

Tumblr Pocket

SHARE

RATE

RELATED

Yoga andHypermobility- ManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

In

MindBodySou

l

EDSFitTip -Theimportance ofkeeping amicro-bend inyour elbowsand kneeswith JointHypermobilitySyndrome(JHS)Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome(EDS)

In EDSFitTips

MovingNaturally withHypermobilityseminar

In Events

(

amp

New YearNew You ndash 10 activeonline support groups forlearning ways to live well whileliving with a chronic illness

Moving Naturally withHypermobility ndash how to find out

what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

NAME

EMAIL

SUBSCRIBE

Physical Therapy and EDS

Just5Minutes EDS ExercisePT Tips amp Video Clips

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Furthermore Joint Hypermobility SyndromeEhlers-

Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility type and

frustrations that so many its patients face was

perfectly explained in a paper published by Dr Alan

Pocinki a physician well-known in the EDS community

and who practices in the Washington DC area called

ldquoJoint Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility syndromerdquo

ndash the same paper quoted in the Yoga International

article

ldquoExperts estimate that up to 10 of the general

population may have some degree of hypermobility

with women affected about three times more often

than men Most hypermobile people do not develop

any problems from their loose joints but some suffer

chronic pain and other symptoms Those who do

suffer chronic joint pain and other symptoms related

to their hypermobility or to the looseness of other

tissues that often accompanies hypermobility have a

condition called joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS)

Often people who suffer from hypermobility

syndrome are called hypo- chondriacs or lazy

because they avoid many everyday activities

because these activities that cause them pain Most

of them donrsquot look sick and as a result friends

colleagues and even doctors can be unsympathetic

Furthermore they may spend years unsuccessfully

searching for the cause of their chronic pain and

other symptoms because many doctors are

unfamiliar with hypermobility syndrome and its

complex set of symptoms Such long delays and lack

of understanding can lead to frustration (with

doctors and with daily life) anger anxiety and

who posted the articlecommented that readingarticles like the onebelow help her betterunderstand what isgoing on with her bodythus helping her findappropriate ways tohelp alleviate hersymptoms And wecouldnrsquot agree more [hellip]

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depressionrdquo

To read the full post that was quoted above explaining

what EDS is go to ldquoWhat is Ehlers-Danlos Syndromerdquo

Consequently in order to practice yoga safely with

hypermobility you must be consciously conservative

What was once a ldquono-nordquo for those with

EDSHEDSJHS is proving to be quite the opposite

Taking classes with a yoga instructor who is also

hypermobile or who has knowledge in instructing the

hypermobile yogi such as the author of the post by

Yoga Journal can be instrumental in understanding

how to not ldquogo thererdquo in certain positions

ldquoI am what I call a ldquotight bendy personrdquo

My joints are quite mobilemdashhypermobilemdashbut my

muscles are tight with chronic knots Irsquom careful

when I practice yogamdashwith myself and with my yoga

studentsmdashbut am perpetually nursing one ache or

anotherrdquo

Yes yes and yes Itrsquos as if the hypermobile yoga Godsrsquo

are finally coming together in order to help those who

are interested in yoga but have not been not to

practice it and support all of us hypermobile yogis

who have been practicing yoga for many years (and

with great success)

The author goes on to explain in great detail how joint

hypermobility is so much more than ldquojust loose jointsrdquo

She also quotes Dr Alan Pocinki in her article

ldquoIn yoga class those who have difficulty touching

their toes may feel their lack of flexibility as a

NEVER BETAGAINSTOCCAMMAST CELLRESEARCH

86 REVIEWS

ldquoItrsquos Really Not All InYour Head Afterstruggling with healthissues for most of my

liability and of course it can be However while

inadequate range of motion isnrsquot optimal itrsquos not

nearly as perilous as excessive range of motion

People with JHS often suffer from musculoskeletal

and joint pain and soft tissue injuries like strains

sprains tendonitis and dislocations Because our

ligaments are unstable we have an increased

tendency to have scoliosis TMJ spinal disc problems

flat feet and headaches

Dr Alan Pocinki an MD who practices in

Washington DCrsquos metro area and who has written

what is in my opinion a groundbreaking article about

JHS explains ldquoBecausehellipthe ligaments [are]helliptoo

loose and therefore cannot do their job well the

muscleshellipare forced to do more of the workhellipthan

they are meant to do so they become strainedrdquo 1Prime

To read Dr Pocinkirsquos full article titled ldquoJoint

Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility Syndromerdquo go

to Joint HypermobilityJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

If yoga has always been ldquoeasyrdquo for you learning more

about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS)Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS) may be

something to consider As mentioned above HEDS

and JHS are considered one in the same condition

presenting with a wide spectrum with varying signs

and symptoms Make sure that the information you

read is from a reputable source such as the Ehlers-

Danlos National Foundation (EDNF) EDS UK or

another well-known EDS Organization This site is

great too

issues for most of mylife it was reading DrAfrinrsquos work that finallybrought all the piecestogether How I wishthis knowledge wasavailable 25 years ago asit would have preventedcountless years ofsuffering ldquostrangerdquo andldquounusualrdquo symptoms forwhich [hellip]

MAST CELLRESEARCHCONTEST ANDWELLAPALOOZA2016 SPONSORRAFFLE PRIZEWINNERS

Recently Mast CellResearch held a contestto see who could guesshow many total copiesof Dr Lawrence Afrinrsquosbook lsquoNever Bet AgainstOccam Mast CellActivation Disease andthe Modern Epidemicsof Chronic Illness andMedical Complexityrsquohave been sold tocelebrate the six monthanniversary since it waspublished Prize winnerswere [hellip]

INTEGRATIVEWELLNESSRETREATSWELLAPALO

A FEW MORE KEY POINTS TOREMEMBER

ndash There are several generic connective tissue

conditions that cause joint hypermobility ndash Ehlers-

Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type (HEDS) is

considered the most common cause of joint

hypermobility

ndash Hypermobility and flexibility are not one in the

same however both terms are often used

interchangeably

ndash You do not have to be flexible to be hypermobile In

fact there seems to be an equal number of those who

have HEDS or another type of EDS who are ldquostiffrdquo and

not so flexible Therersquos even a type of EDS called

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Musculocontractural type

EDS Musculocontractural type presents exactly as it

sounds ndash a ton of muscle contractors or spasms Quite

the opposite of being flexible yet the individuals who

are affected are both stiff and hypermobile

ndash You can also be flexible but not hypermobile

ndash There are several types of yoga and all types of yoga

practice can be modified

ndash Finding the type of yoga practice that works best for

your body and your specific case of hypermobility

syndromeEhlers-Danlos syndrome is key Doing so

will ensure that you are able to learn how to practice

WELLAPALOOZA

EDS WELLNESSINTEGRATIVEWELLNESSCONFERENCES ANDRETREATS

yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

about halfway down)

Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

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In EDSFitTips

MovingNaturally withHypermobilityseminar

In Events

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amp

New YearNew You ndash 10 activeonline support groups forlearning ways to live well whileliving with a chronic illness

Moving Naturally withHypermobility ndash how to find out

what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

NAME

EMAIL

SUBSCRIBE

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depressionrdquo

To read the full post that was quoted above explaining

what EDS is go to ldquoWhat is Ehlers-Danlos Syndromerdquo

Consequently in order to practice yoga safely with

hypermobility you must be consciously conservative

What was once a ldquono-nordquo for those with

EDSHEDSJHS is proving to be quite the opposite

Taking classes with a yoga instructor who is also

hypermobile or who has knowledge in instructing the

hypermobile yogi such as the author of the post by

Yoga Journal can be instrumental in understanding

how to not ldquogo thererdquo in certain positions

ldquoI am what I call a ldquotight bendy personrdquo

My joints are quite mobilemdashhypermobilemdashbut my

muscles are tight with chronic knots Irsquom careful

when I practice yogamdashwith myself and with my yoga

studentsmdashbut am perpetually nursing one ache or

anotherrdquo

Yes yes and yes Itrsquos as if the hypermobile yoga Godsrsquo

are finally coming together in order to help those who

are interested in yoga but have not been not to

practice it and support all of us hypermobile yogis

who have been practicing yoga for many years (and

with great success)

The author goes on to explain in great detail how joint

hypermobility is so much more than ldquojust loose jointsrdquo

She also quotes Dr Alan Pocinki in her article

ldquoIn yoga class those who have difficulty touching

their toes may feel their lack of flexibility as a

NEVER BETAGAINSTOCCAMMAST CELLRESEARCH

86 REVIEWS

ldquoItrsquos Really Not All InYour Head Afterstruggling with healthissues for most of my

liability and of course it can be However while

inadequate range of motion isnrsquot optimal itrsquos not

nearly as perilous as excessive range of motion

People with JHS often suffer from musculoskeletal

and joint pain and soft tissue injuries like strains

sprains tendonitis and dislocations Because our

ligaments are unstable we have an increased

tendency to have scoliosis TMJ spinal disc problems

flat feet and headaches

Dr Alan Pocinki an MD who practices in

Washington DCrsquos metro area and who has written

what is in my opinion a groundbreaking article about

JHS explains ldquoBecausehellipthe ligaments [are]helliptoo

loose and therefore cannot do their job well the

muscleshellipare forced to do more of the workhellipthan

they are meant to do so they become strainedrdquo 1Prime

To read Dr Pocinkirsquos full article titled ldquoJoint

Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility Syndromerdquo go

to Joint HypermobilityJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

If yoga has always been ldquoeasyrdquo for you learning more

about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS)Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS) may be

something to consider As mentioned above HEDS

and JHS are considered one in the same condition

presenting with a wide spectrum with varying signs

and symptoms Make sure that the information you

read is from a reputable source such as the Ehlers-

Danlos National Foundation (EDNF) EDS UK or

another well-known EDS Organization This site is

great too

issues for most of mylife it was reading DrAfrinrsquos work that finallybrought all the piecestogether How I wishthis knowledge wasavailable 25 years ago asit would have preventedcountless years ofsuffering ldquostrangerdquo andldquounusualrdquo symptoms forwhich [hellip]

MAST CELLRESEARCHCONTEST ANDWELLAPALOOZA2016 SPONSORRAFFLE PRIZEWINNERS

Recently Mast CellResearch held a contestto see who could guesshow many total copiesof Dr Lawrence Afrinrsquosbook lsquoNever Bet AgainstOccam Mast CellActivation Disease andthe Modern Epidemicsof Chronic Illness andMedical Complexityrsquohave been sold tocelebrate the six monthanniversary since it waspublished Prize winnerswere [hellip]

INTEGRATIVEWELLNESSRETREATSWELLAPALO

A FEW MORE KEY POINTS TOREMEMBER

ndash There are several generic connective tissue

conditions that cause joint hypermobility ndash Ehlers-

Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type (HEDS) is

considered the most common cause of joint

hypermobility

ndash Hypermobility and flexibility are not one in the

same however both terms are often used

interchangeably

ndash You do not have to be flexible to be hypermobile In

fact there seems to be an equal number of those who

have HEDS or another type of EDS who are ldquostiffrdquo and

not so flexible Therersquos even a type of EDS called

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Musculocontractural type

EDS Musculocontractural type presents exactly as it

sounds ndash a ton of muscle contractors or spasms Quite

the opposite of being flexible yet the individuals who

are affected are both stiff and hypermobile

ndash You can also be flexible but not hypermobile

ndash There are several types of yoga and all types of yoga

practice can be modified

ndash Finding the type of yoga practice that works best for

your body and your specific case of hypermobility

syndromeEhlers-Danlos syndrome is key Doing so

will ensure that you are able to learn how to practice

WELLAPALOOZA

EDS WELLNESSINTEGRATIVEWELLNESSCONFERENCES ANDRETREATS

yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

about halfway down)

Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

utm_content=buffer4221famputm_medium=socialamputm

_source=facebookcomamputm_campaign=buffer

Name (required)

Email (required)

Comment (required)

SUBMIT raquo

SHARE THIS

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Tumblr Pocket

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In

MindBodySou

l

EDSFitTip -Theimportance ofkeeping amicro-bend inyour elbowsand kneeswith JointHypermobilitySyndrome(JHS)Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome(EDS)

In EDSFitTips

MovingNaturally withHypermobilityseminar

In Events

(

amp

New YearNew You ndash 10 activeonline support groups forlearning ways to live well whileliving with a chronic illness

Moving Naturally withHypermobility ndash how to find out

what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

NAME

EMAIL

SUBSCRIBE

Physical Therapy and EDS

Just5Minutes EDS ExercisePT Tips amp Video Clips

Just5Minutes Rule

Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress

(

Page 8: THE HYPERMOBILE YOGI – PRACTICING YOGA WITH …edswellness.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/The-Hypermobile-Yogi... · THE HYPERMOBILE YOGI – PRACTICING YOGA WITH JOINT HYPERMOBILITY

liability and of course it can be However while

inadequate range of motion isnrsquot optimal itrsquos not

nearly as perilous as excessive range of motion

People with JHS often suffer from musculoskeletal

and joint pain and soft tissue injuries like strains

sprains tendonitis and dislocations Because our

ligaments are unstable we have an increased

tendency to have scoliosis TMJ spinal disc problems

flat feet and headaches

Dr Alan Pocinki an MD who practices in

Washington DCrsquos metro area and who has written

what is in my opinion a groundbreaking article about

JHS explains ldquoBecausehellipthe ligaments [are]helliptoo

loose and therefore cannot do their job well the

muscleshellipare forced to do more of the workhellipthan

they are meant to do so they become strainedrdquo 1Prime

To read Dr Pocinkirsquos full article titled ldquoJoint

Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility Syndromerdquo go

to Joint HypermobilityJoint Hypermobility

Syndrome ndash Dr Alan Pocinki

If yoga has always been ldquoeasyrdquo for you learning more

about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Hypermobility Type

(HEDS)Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (JHS) may be

something to consider As mentioned above HEDS

and JHS are considered one in the same condition

presenting with a wide spectrum with varying signs

and symptoms Make sure that the information you

read is from a reputable source such as the Ehlers-

Danlos National Foundation (EDNF) EDS UK or

another well-known EDS Organization This site is

great too

issues for most of mylife it was reading DrAfrinrsquos work that finallybrought all the piecestogether How I wishthis knowledge wasavailable 25 years ago asit would have preventedcountless years ofsuffering ldquostrangerdquo andldquounusualrdquo symptoms forwhich [hellip]

MAST CELLRESEARCHCONTEST ANDWELLAPALOOZA2016 SPONSORRAFFLE PRIZEWINNERS

Recently Mast CellResearch held a contestto see who could guesshow many total copiesof Dr Lawrence Afrinrsquosbook lsquoNever Bet AgainstOccam Mast CellActivation Disease andthe Modern Epidemicsof Chronic Illness andMedical Complexityrsquohave been sold tocelebrate the six monthanniversary since it waspublished Prize winnerswere [hellip]

INTEGRATIVEWELLNESSRETREATSWELLAPALO

A FEW MORE KEY POINTS TOREMEMBER

ndash There are several generic connective tissue

conditions that cause joint hypermobility ndash Ehlers-

Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type (HEDS) is

considered the most common cause of joint

hypermobility

ndash Hypermobility and flexibility are not one in the

same however both terms are often used

interchangeably

ndash You do not have to be flexible to be hypermobile In

fact there seems to be an equal number of those who

have HEDS or another type of EDS who are ldquostiffrdquo and

not so flexible Therersquos even a type of EDS called

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Musculocontractural type

EDS Musculocontractural type presents exactly as it

sounds ndash a ton of muscle contractors or spasms Quite

the opposite of being flexible yet the individuals who

are affected are both stiff and hypermobile

ndash You can also be flexible but not hypermobile

ndash There are several types of yoga and all types of yoga

practice can be modified

ndash Finding the type of yoga practice that works best for

your body and your specific case of hypermobility

syndromeEhlers-Danlos syndrome is key Doing so

will ensure that you are able to learn how to practice

WELLAPALOOZA

EDS WELLNESSINTEGRATIVEWELLNESSCONFERENCES ANDRETREATS

yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

about halfway down)

Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

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EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

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Contests

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HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

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Just 5 Minutes

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Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

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Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

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The EDS Spiral

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- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

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- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

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A FEW MORE KEY POINTS TOREMEMBER

ndash There are several generic connective tissue

conditions that cause joint hypermobility ndash Ehlers-

Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility Type (HEDS) is

considered the most common cause of joint

hypermobility

ndash Hypermobility and flexibility are not one in the

same however both terms are often used

interchangeably

ndash You do not have to be flexible to be hypermobile In

fact there seems to be an equal number of those who

have HEDS or another type of EDS who are ldquostiffrdquo and

not so flexible Therersquos even a type of EDS called

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome ndash Musculocontractural type

EDS Musculocontractural type presents exactly as it

sounds ndash a ton of muscle contractors or spasms Quite

the opposite of being flexible yet the individuals who

are affected are both stiff and hypermobile

ndash You can also be flexible but not hypermobile

ndash There are several types of yoga and all types of yoga

practice can be modified

ndash Finding the type of yoga practice that works best for

your body and your specific case of hypermobility

syndromeEhlers-Danlos syndrome is key Doing so

will ensure that you are able to learn how to practice

WELLAPALOOZA

EDS WELLNESSINTEGRATIVEWELLNESSCONFERENCES ANDRETREATS

yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

about halfway down)

Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

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epidemic

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Moving Naturally withHypermobility ndash how to find out

what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

NAME

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yoga safely increase joint strength and stability as

well as enjoy the countless mindbody benefits that so

many hypermobile yogis enjoy

TO READ MORE ABOUT YOGA ampHYPERMOBILITY AS WELL AS FINDRESOURCES ON HOW TO PRACTICEYOGA SAFELY GO TO

Yoga and Hypermobility ndash Managing Chronic Pain and

Joint Stabilization with Ehlers-Danlos

SyndromesHypermobility Syndromes

INTERESTED IN LEARNING MOREABOUT INTEGRATIVE APPROACHESTO LIVING WELL WITH EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME AND ITSCOMORBID CONDITIONS

If so please visit StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

And hellip if you like what you read and are interested in

staying updated on EDS-related events information

and new blog posts please make sure to sign-up for

email notifications as well as for the Just5Minutes

Integrative Wellness Newsletter (scroll down the home

page amp you will find the subscription box on the ride side

about halfway down)

Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

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_source=facebookcomamputm_campaign=buffer

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In

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EDSFitTip -Theimportance ofkeeping amicro-bend inyour elbowsand kneeswith JointHypermobilitySyndrome(JHS)Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome(EDS)

In EDSFitTips

MovingNaturally withHypermobilityseminar

In Events

(

amp

New YearNew You ndash 10 activeonline support groups forlearning ways to live well whileliving with a chronic illness

Moving Naturally withHypermobility ndash how to find out

what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

NAME

EMAIL

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Questions Feel free to send me an email

KendraEDSWellnessco or use the contact form at

the bottom of this post

Link to original article posted by Yoga

International httpsyogainternationalcomarticlevi

ewjoint-hypermobility-syndrome-yogas-enigmatic-

epidemic

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EDSFitTip -Theimportance ofkeeping amicro-bend inyour elbowsand kneeswith JointHypermobilitySyndrome(JHS)Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome(EDS)

In EDSFitTips

MovingNaturally withHypermobilityseminar

In Events

(

amp

New YearNew You ndash 10 activeonline support groups forlearning ways to live well whileliving with a chronic illness

Moving Naturally withHypermobility ndash how to find out

what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

NAME

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In

MindBodySou

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EDSFitTip -Theimportance ofkeeping amicro-bend inyour elbowsand kneeswith JointHypermobilitySyndrome(JHS)Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome(EDS)

In EDSFitTips

MovingNaturally withHypermobilityseminar

In Events

(

amp

New YearNew You ndash 10 activeonline support groups forlearning ways to live well whileliving with a chronic illness

Moving Naturally withHypermobility ndash how to find out

what hurts and why itrsquosimportant to helping manage

chronic pain

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS

Speaker bull Author bull Health Educator bull

Medical Writer amp Blogger bull Ehlers-

Danlos Advocate bull Movement bull

Mindfulness bull Nutrition

StrengthFlexibilityHealthEDS -

Online Magazine for those who strive

for Strength Flexibility and Health

while living with Ehlers-Danlos

Syndrome Owner of EDS Wellness LLC

Wellapalooza LLC Mediterina Medical

Solutions LLC and SistersMedia LLC

Consulting and Education Services bull

Seminars bull Conferences bull Webinars bull

Podcasts bull Webinars bull Digital and Print

Media and Publishing Services bull

Independent Medical Sales Co-creator

and coordinator for - Wellapalooza -

The coolest Integrative Health amp

Wellness Conferences (amp Retreats)

ever - Moving Naturally with

Hypermobility - Seminars focusing on

natural movement and proper physical

therapy strategies for those living with

hypermobility syndromes including

PREVIOUS3 NEXT 4

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

NAME

EMAIL

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More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

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Move your DNA

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Research

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Comorbid Conditions to EDS

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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) Move

More Move Better - Our Stories of

Strength - anthology series sharing

stories of hope strength and

perseverance from those living with

chronic often invisible illnesses - Just 5

Minutes - Motivation for life and

mission to heal restore and empower

the human spirit - one yoga mat at a

time Just 5 Minutes at a time - Live

Every Day Better - Live simply Show

gratitude Learning from the good that

surrounds all of us Belief in kindness

love and compassion - Invisible Strength

- Because we are Stronger 2 Gether -

EDS Ride For A Cause - Charity events

on outdoor or indoor bikes benefitting

organizations that focus on awareness

research and education for all types of

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) and its

comorbid conditions including the

promotion of wellness and mindbody

strategies for living well while living

with a chronic medical condition

RELATED POSTS

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndash

Taking time

(

Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

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Yoga andHypermobility ndashManagingChronic Painand JointStabilizationwith Ehlers-

DanlosSyndromesHypermobilitySyndromes

October 3 2015

DiagnosingMast CellActivationSyndrome(MCAS) ndashThe decisionI will alwaysregret and

life postOctober 2014flu shot(post 4 of 4in series)

September 152015

(MCAS) ndashMoreQuestionsand Answers(Post 3 of 4in series)

September 122015

Taking timeoff awayfrom it all

August 20 2015

CATEGORIES

EDSFitTips

Am Reading

Cannabis

Careers amp Business

CharityFundraising

Chronic Illness Bloggers

Comorbid EDS Conditions

Contests

EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

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EDS Athletes

EDS Resources

EDS Wellness

Education

Essential Oils

Events

Featured Video

FitnessNatural Movement

HealthMedical

Healthcare

Hypermobility Syndromes

Invisible Strength ndash Stronger 2 Gether

Just 5 Minutes

Life Hacks

Living with EDS

MindBodySoul

Move your DNA

Nutrition

Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

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Personal Growth

Product Trials

Raising Healthy amp Active EDS Kids

Research

Restorative ExercisePhysical Therapy

Sponsored Posts

Submissions

The EDS Spiral

The Hypermobile Yogi ndash Yoga for Hypermobiilty SyndromesEDS

Travel

Videos

Wellapalooza

Wellness

Womens Health

SUBSCRIBE

Stay in Touch

HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

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HELPFUL LINKS

Comorbid Conditions to EDS

- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and EDS

- Mast Cell Activation Disorders (MCAD) and EDS

- Endocrine Disorders and EDS

- Chronic Pelvic Pain and EDS

The EDS Spiral

EDS Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals

EDS charities and companies who provide services and support for patients with Ehlers-DanlosSyndrome

Stay in TouchJoin our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team

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Physical Therapy and EDS

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