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Ehlers-Danlos syndromes

Overview

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Common symptoms of Ehlers-Danlos syndromes include unusually flexible joints and skin that stretches and breaks easily.

There's no cure for Ehlers-Danlos syndromes. But support from professionals like physiotherapists can help you manage your symptoms.

If you have EDS, there are activities you can do, however you should be careful and not put too much strain on your joints.

Ehlers-Danlos syndromes are often inherited from your parents.

Ehlers-Danlos syndromes are a group of conditions that cause very flexible joints, and stretchy and fragile skin.

Page last reviewed: 03/10/2022
Next review due: 03/10/2025