What is Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder?

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    Hypermobility spectrum disorder involves hypermobility that is accompanied by secondary musculoskeletal issues, which may include pain, soft tissue injuries, disturbed proprioception, or other orthopedic traits, like flexible flat feet or misaligned bones.

    A diagnosis of Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) indicates the presence of hypermobility along with secondary musculoskeletal manifestations such as pain, soft tissue trauma, disturbed proprioception, or other musculoskeletal/orthopedic traits such as flexible flat feet or misaligned bones.[1]

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