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Upper Limb Dislocations Frequent in McEDS, Small Study Reports

Researchers detailed the upper limb motion, occurrence of dislocations, and bone health of children and adults with musculocontractural Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (mcEDS). Shoulder dislocations were the most frequent dislocations, while two or more upper limb dislocations occurred in the majority of study participants. Children, more than adults, had hyperextended elbow…

Mindfulness Pilot Study Hints at Benefits for hEDS, HSD Patients

A two-week virtual mindfulness program led to quality of life improvements for people with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD), according to a recent pilot study. Patients reported benefits of the exercise included increased bodily awareness and reduced pain intensity, but participants noted a need for…

16 New COL3A1 Gene Mutations Linked to vEDS in Genetic Testing

Using genetic testing, researchers in Japan identified 16 new COL3A1 gene mutations associated with vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (vEDS), according to a recent case series. A range of different types of mutations was identified — each associated with a different level of disease severity and symptoms, or clinical presentation. “This is…