The Hypermobile Patient

A clinical phenotype

Authors
Affiliations

Nate Yomogida, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.S. in Kinesiology

Chloë Kerstein, B.S., SPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy

B.A. in Neuroscience

This refers to patients who do not have a pathological cause of hypermobility (e.g. EDS), but rather present with poor neuromuscular active stabilization and excess joint mobility.

Presentation

  • extremities are hypermobile and move into hyperextension
  • Limited T/S mobility
    • Patients have limited T/S mobility due to

Treatment philosophy

  • Whole body stability

Postural treatments

Weighted vest (more weight on the back) and farmer carries can help cue patients to stand more erect1.

Walking exercises

Adding weight through weighted vests and kettlebells can act as a cue to help patients stand more erect when walking1.

References

1.
Perkins N. Stretch Affect Clinical Internship. Published online 10-14-24.

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