What it is
Exercises to strengthen muscles and improve fitness, guided by a physiotherapist, are the main treatment.
Sometimes hypermobility is part of a wider condition, such as Ehlers-Danlos syndromes.
Common signs
- Joints that bend further than usual
- Pain and stiffness in joints and muscles
- Frequent sprains or dislocations
- Tiredness
- Poor coordination
How it is usually diagnosed
- Examination using the Beighton score
- Questions about symptoms and family history
Records worth keeping
Keeping these together makes each appointment easier, especially when you see a new doctor:
- Beighton score
- Physiotherapy notes and exercise plans
- Rheumatology letters
Questions to ask your doctor
- Could this be part of another condition?
- Which exercises are safe for me?
- How can I avoid injuries?
When to get help right away
Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:
- A joint that dislocates and does not go back, or is very swollen and painful after injury: get it checked the same day
This page is general information. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a doctor who knows your history. Medfold keeps your records organised; it does not interpret them.