I’ve been able to successfully maintain zone 2 cardio with my dysautonomia management strategies. Here’s the magic sauce of how I’m doing this!

Keep in mind, this is my journey and doesn’t mean it will work exactly the same for you.

I hear often: “I don’t have access to a hypermobile specific PT in my area. How do I advocate for myself?”. I’ll give you my tips down below, but don’t forget that a provider-patient relationship should involve working together. If you communicate your needs & are not listened to, this is where you may need to get another provider.

How do we get back on track when we stop our movement routine? This is a regular conversation I have with my clients and I’d like to offer you a new perspective on how to not lose progress when something gets in the way of your routine.

October is both physical therapy and dysautonomia awareness month! I’m sure you hear about “regulating your nervous system” all of the time, but what does this even mean?

It seems to be sicky season. Most of us deal with chronic health issues, but what are we supposed to do when we add acute illness to the mix? Here’s 3 ways that I survived the past week with a viral infection.

With poor circulation comes poor lymphatic drainage. Lymph is basically the filter of your body. When this is sluggish, there are things we can do to improve lymph flow to reduce illness, swelling, and inflammation. Here are 3 things I do when I feel swollen and puffy.

Who else is congested right now? 🤧
Here we are again with changing seasons and lots of allergies. Your hypermobilty & allergies may actually have to do with one another. Let's talk about it!

It’s not just you who feels like upper body progress is so slow. Whether it’s muscular issues or feeling lightheaded with upper body movements, hypermobility and dysautonomia can impact so much. Let’s talk about why this is so hard!

I remember slamming my fingers in car doors far too often as a child. One day, it turned more into bumping into walls. Why did this happen? Keep reading to learn more!

Hi Stretchy Pals, Chaos Coordinator Jess here! I'm currently going through the process of finding a good care team for my HSD/EDS journey and I wanted to share my experiences with you all. Hopefully some things I share here will help you on your own path!

Are you ever left with terrible mid back or side pain after sneezing or coughing? This could be your ribs.

Do you catch yourself (or a child) “W” sitting? This position may tell us where to focus our strengthening.

This week, I was asked by a client if fatigue could be related to her hypermobility. While fatigue can come from so many factors, here are a few things that may be related.

(It's actually a connective tissue disorder)

This could be a sign of cervical instability!

It may not actually be a “knot” as you know it 🤔

Have you had extensive dental work done? It may be related to your hypermobility.

I received so many comments & questions wanting more info on floor time when it was shared earlier this month, so let's expand on it a bit more!

Since people with HSD or EDS are known for seeking out stability, your sleeping position could be related to your hypermobility!