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Symptoms of Joint hypermobility
Some people with hypermobile joints have few or no symptoms at all. The fact that they are hypermobile does not necessarily mean that they will experience any pain or difficulties. People who do have symptoms, are said to have Hypermobility Syndrome (HMS), and they may experience:
- joint pains, particularly after physical work or exercise;
- fatigue;
- tendency to bruise easily;
- tense, stiff joints; and
- worsening pain throughout the day that gets better after rest.
In some cases, hypermobility can lead to hernias, varicose veins, flat arched feet, foot ache or backache. The flat foot can be supported with special insoles.
People who are hypermobile are at risk of injury if they overstretch. Joints can dislocate if overstretched, particularly the shoulder, and have to be ‘popped’ back into place.
Symptoms may reduce with age, as the joints get less supple as we get older.
