Systemic Effects of Hypermobility
Hypermobile joints are not the only thing that may lead to symptoms. This quiz will walk you through some of these systemic features.
Note: This quiz is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The results of this quiz are not a medical diagnosis and should not be used as a replacement for a comprehensive evaluation by a qualified healthcare provider.
Do you have soft or velvety skin?
Skin compliments without the skin care routine!
Is your skin mildly stretchy?
Can you pull your skin away from the top of your hand or forearm by more than 1.5cm?
Unexplained stretchmarks, especially of the back, groin, thigh, breast, or abdomen
Some stretchmarks are common, these would not necessarily come with a growth spurt or with significant weight gain
Do you have small bumps on the back of both heels with weight bearing?
These are called bilateral piezogenic papules and are essentially little fat herniations. Answer no if you only have this present on one heel
Have you had pelvic floor, rectal, or uterine prolapse not due to pregnancy or childbirth?
Do you have at least 2 scars that look like this?
Areas may appear "sunken" in, looking like it healed below the top layer of skin
Do you have dental crowding and a high or narrow palate?
Select yes if you have had dental work to correct this
Do you have long, slender fingers and a small wrist?
Have you been told you have long arms compared to your height?
Do you or a direct family member have mitral valve prolapse?
If unknown, select no
Do you or a family member have aortic root dilation?
If unknown, select no
Do one or more first-degree relatives meet the current criteria for hEDS?
If unknown, select no
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Likely Not Hypermobile
Based on your results, you may not be hypermobile. Your pain is still valid, but we may need to go another direction with managing your symptoms.
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You May be Hypermobile
You show some features of hypermobility. Even with mild hypermobility, if symptoms are present, we need to work on improving stability and managing pain.
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Strong Signs of Hypermobility
Your score suggests that hEDS is highly likely, based on the 2017 diagnostic criteria. A formal diagnosis requires a comprehensive evaluation by a healthcare provider familiar with hypermobility and connective tissue disorders.
If you suspect hEDS, seeking a knowledgeable provider can help you navigate next steps.
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Strong Signs of Hypermobility
Your score suggests that hEDS is highly likely, based on the 2017 diagnostic criteria. A formal diagnosis requires a comprehensive evaluation by a healthcare provider familiar with hypermobility and connective tissue disorders.
If you suspect hEDS, seeking a knowledgeable provider can help you navigate next steps.
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Strong Signs of Hypermobility
Your score suggests that hEDS is highly likely, based on the 2017 diagnostic criteria. A formal diagnosis requires a comprehensive evaluation by a healthcare provider familiar with hypermobility and connective tissue disorders.
If you suspect hEDS, seeking a knowledgeable provider can help you navigate next steps.
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