Science Weekly
Hypermobility: a blessing or a curse?
Apr 2, 2024
Science correspondent Linda Geddes discusses the advantages and downsides of hypermobility, including its link to pain, anxiety, and long Covid. The podcast explores the physical and mental health implications of hypermobility, genetic aspects, and its varying effects on individuals. It also delves into the relationships between hypermobility syndrome, fatigue, mood disorders, and neurodiversity conditions like autism and ADHD, as well as the correlation between hypermobility and persistent COVID symptoms.
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Quick takeaways
- Hypermobility can lead to physical issues like joint pain and dislocations.
- Research indicates a connection between hypermobility and conditions like anxiety, depression, and long Covid symptoms.
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The Nature of Hypermobility and Its Effects on Health
Hypermobility refers to excessive flexibility in joints due to looser connective tissues, allowing for a greater range of motion. Hypermobility syndrome can lead to joint pain, dislocations, and a spectrum of physical issues, including conditions like Ellen's Danlos Syndrome. Research indicates hypermobile individuals are also more prone to fatigue, anxiety, and depression.
