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To brace or not to brace, that is the question! One of the most common questions I get from our patients who live with symptomatic hypermobility is, “But is it ok to wear a brace?” Let’s break it down so you feel like you have a solid understanding of the why behind wearing a brace and if it might be a good treatment strategy for you. Ok, so we’re talking about bracing for people living with symptomatic hypermobility, most commonly diagnosed with hEDS or HSD (though many are not yet...

For many people, spring and fall bring mild inconveniences—sneezing, itchy eyes, and a runny nose. But for individuals living with mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), allergy season can trigger a cascade of symptoms that go far beyond typical seasonal discomfort. If you’ve ever felt like your entire system “flares” when pollen counts rise, you’re not imagining it. These conditions are deeply...

If you’re navigating menopause and living with hypermobility and dysautonomia, you may have noticed that your symptoms feel… amplified. Bladder urgency seems stronger. Pelvic heaviness shows up out of nowhere. Your heart races when you stand, and now sleep disruption and hormonal shifts are adding fuel to the fire. You are not imagining it. Menopause can meaningfully impact connective tissue, autonomic regulation, and pelvic floor function — especially in bodies already managing...