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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome-Hypermobility Type: Can We Use Physical Therapy Manipulation?, Greg Kareis, Lindsay Perry
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome-Hypermobility Type: Can We Use Physical Therapy Manipulation?, Greg Kareis, Lindsay Perry
St. Augustine, Summer 2018
The purpose of this case is to describe the clinical treatment plan for a patient diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome hypermobility type and determine the benefits of low grade physical therapy manipulation as an intervention.
Effect Of Comprehensive Physical Therapy On A 25-Year-Old Pregnant Female With Ehlers Danlos Syndrome: A Case Report, Maryann Tadros, Amanda Grant
Effect Of Comprehensive Physical Therapy On A 25-Year-Old Pregnant Female With Ehlers Danlos Syndrome: A Case Report, Maryann Tadros, Amanda Grant
St. Augustine, Summer 2018
The purpose of this case report is to examine the benefits of multifaceted physical therapy interventions in a pregnant adult female with EDS.
Physical Therapy Management Of A Patient With Hypermobile Type Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome For Treatment Of Cervicogenic Headaches: A Case Report, Cody A. Leeworthy, Jeffrey A. Rot
Physical Therapy Management Of A Patient With Hypermobile Type Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome For Treatment Of Cervicogenic Headaches: A Case Report, Cody A. Leeworthy, Jeffrey A. Rot
St. Augustine, Spring 2018
The purpose of this case report was to demonstrate the management of a patient diagnosed with hEDS for treatment of Cervicogenic headaches with the use of the CCFT protocol.
The Effects Of Closed Kinetic Chain And Endurance Exercises On Reducing Pain In A Child With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: A Case Report, Linda Duong, Megan Flores
The Effects Of Closed Kinetic Chain And Endurance Exercises On Reducing Pain In A Child With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: A Case Report, Linda Duong, Megan Flores
Physical Therapy Collection
Background and Purpose: Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a connective tissue disorder characterized by joint laxity, chronic pain, and joint instability. Often, children with EDS exhibit polyarthralgia and fatigue as their main symptoms. Although physical therapy is a mainstay of treatment for individuals with EDS, evidence is lacking for specific exercises or treatment strategies for management of pain. The purpose of this case report is to describe the effectiveness of closed kinetic chain and endurance exercises on reducing pain in a child with EDS.
Case Description: The child was a 9 year old girl diagnosed with EDS hypermobility type, and …