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Joint hypermobility.

Alan Hakim1, Rodney Grahame

  • 1Whipps Cross University Hospital, Leytonstone, London E11 1NR, UK.

Best Practice & Research. Clinical Rheumatology
|May 5, 2004
PubMed
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Joint hypermobility syndrome is often under-recognized and undertreated in rheumatology. This review emphasizes its clinical importance and provides updated guidance on recognition, epidemiology, and management.

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Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Clinical Medicine
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Joint hypermobility is a frequently encountered condition in rheumatology.
  • Despite its prevalence, joint hypermobility syndrome is often neglected, with diagnosis not leading to effective management.
  • Existing literature needs updating to reflect current understanding and clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the clinical and epidemiological significance of joint hypermobility syndrome.
  • To provide an updated overview of the recognition, epidemiology, clinical features, and management of joint hypermobility syndrome.
  • To address the under-appreciation of this common disorder's impact.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on recent publications.

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  • Synthesis of current evidence on joint hypermobility syndrome.
  • Comparison with previous reviews on heritable connective tissue disorders.

    • Main Results:

    • Joint hypermobility syndrome is common but significantly under-recognized and under-managed.
    • Updated epidemiological data and clinical features are presented.
    • Current management strategies based on recent literature are discussed.

    Conclusions:

    • Joint hypermobility syndrome requires greater attention within rheumatology.
    • Effective management strategies are crucial for patients with this condition.
    • This review provides a comprehensive update for clinicians.