Was tun bei EDS?
Je nach EDS-Form wird die Krankheit entsprechend behandelt. Betroffene machen oft Physiotherapie, um Muskeln und Gelenke zu stärken. Auch können instabile Gelenke mit Tape oder einer Schiene gestützt werden. Außerdem empfiehlt es sich, Verletzungen zu vermeiden und auf eine ordentliche Mundhygiene zu achten.
Wer diagnostiziert Ehlers Danlos?
Die Diagnose wird gestellt durch genetische und durch klinische Untersuchungen. Das Ehlers-Danlos-Syndrom vom hypermobilen Typ kann bis heute ausschließlich durch eine klinische Untersuchung diagnostiziert werden.
Which is the most common type of arthritis associated with EDS?
Because of skin symptoms, wound healing is a problem for people with EDS. The specific EDS type most associated with arthritis is hypermobility type (hEDS). This type is known for frequent joint dislocation, degenerative joint disease and chronic pain.
What kind of joints are affected by hypermobile Ehlers Danlos?
Joint hypermobility affecting both large (elbows, knees) and small (fingers, toes) joints. Frequent joint dislocations and subluxations (partial dislocation), often affecting the shoulder, kneecap, and/or temporomandibular joint (joint that connects the lower jaw to the skull)
What happens to connective tissue in Ehlers Danlos syndrome?
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome These rare, inherited disorders cause overly flexible joints and loose, fragile skin. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a collection of genetic disorders that affect connective tissue. People who have EDS have problems with their collagen, a protein that adds strength and elasticity to connective tissue.
Is there book out about Ehlers Danlos syndrome?
There is a book out about LDN as well. No pain, no POTS, lots of energy. My goal is to get the current doctors on the cutting edge of actually providing actual treatment that works. YES, YES, yes, yes yes yes yes. My bodyworker suggested that I had ED years ago and I brought it up with my Dr. (Internal Specialist).