Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) and related hypermobility spectrum disorders are inherited connective tissue conditions. Loose, overly flexible ligaments can lead to joint pain, frequent sprains, subluxations or dislocations, and soft, stretchy skin. Symptoms vary widely from person to person.
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How Prolotherapy Is Used in Hypermobility
Prolotherapy involves injecting a solution, typically dextrose with a local anesthetic, into lax or strained ligaments and tendons. The goal is to trigger a controlled healing response that encourages those tissues to tighten and strengthen. Because ligament laxity is central to hEDS, some patients explore prolotherapy for specific unstable or painful joints.
Prolotherapy does not change the underlying genetic condition. Research in hEDS is limited to small studies and case reports, so it’s best viewed as one possible tool for particular joints rather than a solution for the whole condition.
Evaluation Comes First
People with hEDS often have overlapping issues, such as dysautonomia, mast cell activation, or gastrointestinal symptoms. A thorough evaluation, including history, examination, and imaging or lab work when appropriate, helps identify which joints may benefit and whether other conditions need attention. Prolotherapy usually works best alongside a supervised strengthening and stabilization program.
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Venturis Clinic serves Oklahoma City and surrounding areas, including Tulsa. Call 405-848-7246 to book a free 15-minute discovery call and find out whether prolotherapy may be a reasonable option for you.
This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual results vary and no outcome is guaranteed. Venturis Clinic offers regenerative, functional, and alternative medicine services; some therapies discussed are not FDA-approved for the uses described. Talk with a qualified healthcare provider about your specific situation before beginning any treatment.
