05/12/2026
As you may have noticed Ive been talking more about Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder and Ehlers Danlos Syndrome on this platform
Behind the scenes I have also been assessing and treating others with Hsd and EDS. These assessments are very individualized and focus on what each patients needs help with most
In doing these assessments I have also been able to share advice based on my lived experience with HSD
A few patients have wondered how I could have hsd as a massage therapist. So I thought I would share
First let's drive into what HSD is its a connective tissue Disorder, meaning my body is using collagen improperly, that improper use of collagen can affect someone in alot of different ways the most visible of which is joint subluxation or dislocation
For me I notice this joint instability most outside of work when doing recreational activities or working out.
The only area I notice the extra range of motion in my joints in my hands which I am now learning how to manage through the hand hypermobility blueprint course.
As a RMT I am able to set my own schedule, pace myself accordingly, use a hydraulic massage table, incorporate assistive tools like the scrapper and much more.
All these things combined have helped me be the massage therapist I am today. Being in this career for as long as I have, ive also learned how to set myself up ergonomically while I am giving a massage to ensure I am not compromising my muscles or joints as Im helping you get relief.
Hypermobility was present long before I was a RMT and my career choice has actually helped me manage my hypermobility in alot of ways.
