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Understanding How Does EDS Progress with Age?

Affecting connective tissue, Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) often present a non-linear journey of changing symptoms throughout a person's lifetime. Understanding **how does EDS progress with age** is crucial, as the natural aging process interacts with this genetic disorder in complex ways, demanding a proactive approach to senior health.

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Does EDS get worse with age? A comprehensive guide

While Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) are not classified as traditionally progressive diseases, the symptoms and manifestations of the condition can certainly feel that way over time. The answer to **does EDS get worse with age?** is complex, depending on the specific subtype, an individual's lifestyle, and management efforts.

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What happens to contortionists as they age?

While it's a common misconception that all contortionists suffer debilitating injuries later in life, some studies on professional performers have shown surprisingly limited pathological changes in their spines. A deeper look into what happens to contortionists as they age reveals that outcomes depend heavily on factors like genetics, meticulous training, and proactive self-care. It's not the bending itself, but how it is managed over decades that determines their long-term health.

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Does hypermobility spectrum disorder get better with age?

While joint laxity often decreases naturally as people get older due to stiffening connective tissues, research indicates that the painful symptoms associated with hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD) frequently worsen over time. This can lead many older adults to face new and increasing challenges despite becoming less flexible.

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The Connective Tissue Paradox: Why do EDS people look younger?

While anecdotal observations suggest some individuals with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) appear younger than their age, this is a complex phenomenon tied to the condition's impact on collagen. This connective tissue disorder, which affects the body’s structural proteins, can produce a deceptive youthful appearance alongside significant health challenges.

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Does HSD get worse with age? Understanding the Progression of Hypermobility

While it is a common belief that joint hypermobility decreases with age as connective tissues stiffen, studies show that up to 90% of adults with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), which significantly overlaps with HSD, experience worsening musculoskeletal pain and fatigue. This raises the critical question for many: **Does HSD get worse with age?** The answer is complex, hinging on individual factors and management strategies.

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How does hypermobility affect you as you age? Your guide to managing change

Approximately 10-15% of the population has some form of joint hypermobility, though its effects evolve significantly over a lifetime. What starts as a party trick of unusual flexibility often transitions into a more complex set of challenges as you age, requiring a strategic approach to health and wellness.

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Do people with hypermobility age better? The Complex Truth Behind Youthful Skin and Painful Joints

According to one study, up to 90% of adults with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) experience worsening pain and fatigue as they get older, despite natural stiffening of joints. This reveals the nuanced answer to the question: **do people with hypermobility age better**? The reality is a complex trade-off between perceived aesthetic benefits and very real physical challenges.

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Does Ehlers-Danlos Affect Aging? A Comprehensive Guide

While Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) are not classified as classic degenerative diseases like Parkinson's, aging with the condition can feel progressive due to the cumulative effects of fragile connective tissue. The impact of EDS on aging is highly individual and depends significantly on the specific subtype, genetics, and proactive management strategies.

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