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Pain, distress and joint hyperlaxity.

R Grahame1

  • 1Hypermobility clinic, Rheumatology centre, UCL hospitals, London, UK.

Joint Bone Spine
|June 30, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Chronic pain and distress are common in hyperlaxity syndromes like Benign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (BJHS/EDS). Innovative management beyond conventional therapies, including physiotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, is essential for improving patient function.

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Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Pain Management
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Hyperlaxity syndromes, particularly Benign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome (BJHS/EDS), frequently cause chronic pain impacting daily life.
  • Associated conditions like osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, and visceral issues (hernia, prolapse) can exacerbate pain.
  • In children, joint hyperlaxity may be an overlooked cause of rheumatic symptoms, misdiagnosed as juvenile idiopathic arthritis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the pervasive nature of pain and distress in hyperlaxity syndromes.
  • To emphasize the limitations of conventional treatments for these conditions.
  • To explore and advocate for innovative management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on pain and hyperlaxity syndromes.
  • Analysis of conventional and emerging treatment modalities.
  • Focus on evidence-based innovative approaches.

Main Results:

  • Chronic pain in joints, muscles, and ligaments is a primary feature, often worsened by trauma and comorbidities.
  • Visceral pain and distress can arise from connective tissue laxity, leading to various organ-related issues.
  • Conventional therapies often yield disappointing results, necessitating alternative approaches.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of pain and distress in hyperlaxity syndromes requires a multidisciplinary and understanding approach.
  • Physiotherapeutic and orthotic stabilization, proprioceptive enhancement, and cognitive behavioral therapy show promise.
  • Innovative strategies are crucial for improving the quality of life for patients with hyperlaxity syndromes.

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