What Is Ehlers Danlos Syndrome?
9. Lifestyle
Recovering from an injury can be difficult when you have EDS. Therefore, it is better to prevent injuries from happening in the first place. For example, you may be at risk of damage to your jaw joint. You should inform your dentist of your condition so that he or she can arrange breaks for you to close your mouth during appointments. You should also avoid habits such as chewing gum that put undue stress on your jaw.
You should avoid weightlifting and contact sports, opting instead for activities that minimize stress on the joints of your lower extremities, such as tai chi or swimming. Be careful of the musical instruments that you choose to play. Because of the increased flexibility of your hands, you could excel at the piano or violin, but brass or woodwind instruments could put you at risk for a collapsed lung.
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