I must have slept funny last week because I woke up one day with stiff and sore muscles in my…
Karen Del Vecchio
An avid equestrian and educator based in Virginia, Karen Del Vecchio was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome in 2009 after years searching for a diagnosis that explained her symptoms. Since her diagnosis at the Johns Hopkins Connective Tissues Disorder Clinic, she has worked to find ways to manage her symptoms while still maintaining an active lifestyle. Karen enjoys working with her students, riding and caring for her two horses, Cherry and Spotty, and connecting with others in the rare disease community through her writing.
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Articles by Karen Del Vecchio
When I look back at all the physical activities I used to do growing up, it’s hard to believe I…
Anyone who rides a horse knows that no matter how careful you are, sometimes you’re going to fall. I had…
My Old Shoulder Injury Flared Up
Well, we’re back to school and we’re rolling! It’s hard to believe that students have been back for nearly…
It’s that time of year again! Summer just flew by, and before I knew it, I was back at work,…
I hadn’t slept well in weeks. I kept doing that whole “wake up, turn over, try to get comfortable” thing,…
The past few weeks have been busy, yet so much fun. I was recently able to visit my grandparents, who…
Summer is in full swing here, and one fun part for me is seasonal allergies, or hay fever. I…
It’s crazy how sometimes time seems to simultaneously crawl and fly by. It feels like just yesterday when I was…
It’s a bit hard to believe it’s already summer. Yet, the blistering heat and lack of rain remind me each…