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Quackers

2y ago

How Will My EDS Progress? Seeking Advice

How is my condition going to progress? With EDS my joints have began to pop out more and I’ve experienced a lot more pain. I’m going to start physical therapy, but will it get better?

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ladynblue

2y ago

My best advice.... be mindful of your body and how it moves, especially your range of motion. I have to remind myself "just because your joint can move that far doesn't mean it should." Being 44 years old, I've got a lot more damage to my body than someone who's younger. Take care of your body now that you know what's wrong. I used to do all kinds of things to show off how flexible I was. I'm paying for it now. Also, you are your best advocate! I'll say it again, you are YOUR best advocate. You know what you're feeling and what's happening to you. If a doctor doesn't take you seriously, find another.
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Smoky_Fred

2y ago

It's a great start! low impact muscle-strengthening exercise can make a great impact on your wellbeing. Don't lose hope yet!
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Rachie

2y ago

I also wish I had better news for you but as you see in from the rest the comments there isn’t a lot, just make sure that you are taking care of you the best way you can and especially make sure that you focus on your mental health whenever you can
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Maeve

2y ago

I wish I had better news lol. But the number of doctors I've seen who don't even believe my diagnosis is stupid
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Chronicallyconfusing

2y ago

The only thing doctors tell me to do is drink more water, but that doesn’t help. I usually use KT tape which helps the joints to stay in place and lessen the lain
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Quackers

2y ago

Well …that’s uplifting. Thanks!!! doctors don’t really have much to say about this condition
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Maeve

2y ago

Not really... all we can do is manage
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aijqlon1996

3d ago

how are you feeling

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