As I stood up for what felt like the 50th time that day, my knees, back, and hips protested loudly.
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.
At Bionews we’re committed to providing the most accurate, relevant, and up-to-date reporting for our patient communities. Our goal is to ensure that everyone has access to disease-specific information that is both trustworthy and easy to understand. You can read more about our editorial policy here.
Articles by Karen Del Vecchio
The end of the school year is always chaotic, and the arrival of warm weather, since I work on a…
Spring is a busy time of year for me. Not only is school racing toward the finish line, but spring…
We had a teacher work day here at school in which we were encouraged to go off campus for lunch…
This spring, my allergies have been terrible. I’ve had seasonal allergies for as long as I can remember, but the…
Injuries, sprains, strains, and bruises are simply a part of life with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). Sometimes I know what…
My hip hasn’t bothered me in a while. I guess that means it was about time for it to flare…
After my alarm went off on a recent morning, I rocketed out of bed when I realized I’d hit snooze…
I feel like I wear the same three pairs of shoes to work all the time. I don’t know if…
Some days my body sounds like Rice Krispies that have just had cold milk poured over them. Every time I…