Neck & cervical instability
Craniocervical Instability (CCI)
Instability where the skull meets the spine.
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Ehlers-Danlos & Hypermobility
Connective tissue conditions that make joints extra flexible.
Understanding ehlers-danlos & hypermobility
Ehlers-Danlos syndromes and hypermobility spectrum disorders affect connective tissue, making joints more flexible and sometimes less stable. People with hypermobility often have chronic pain, frequent sprains, and fatigue, and need care adapted to their tissues.
Symptoms you may notice
- Very flexible or unstable joints
- Frequent sprains or dislocations
- Chronic joint or muscle pain
- Fatigue and, in some people, autonomic symptoms
Why an individual evaluation matters
Hypermobility changes what care is appropriate: forceful manipulation can aggravate lax joints. Diagnosis and overall management belong with medical providers, sometimes including geneticists, cardiologists, and physical therapists.
Where One Life’s care may fit
Dr. Jon’s upper cervical approach is specific and low-force, which suits many hypermobile patients better than forceful techniques. He can assess your neck mechanics and discuss honestly whether care is appropriate, coordinating with your medical team.
Explore our upper cervical approachWhen to seek medical care
Seek urgent medical care for new weakness, numbness, trouble walking, or bladder or bowel changes. Chest pain or palpitations in someone with a connective tissue condition also need prompt evaluation.
This is not a complete list of warning signs. If you think you may be experiencing an emergency, call 911 rather than wait for an office appointment.
Educational information, not a diagnosis or individualized medical advice. Care recommendations and results vary. Discuss treatment risks, benefits, and alternatives with your provider.
MedlinePlus: Ehlers-Danlos syndromeYOUR FIRST VISIT
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Questions about ehlers-danlos & hypermobility
Is chiropractic safe with hypermobility?
Forceful techniques are usually inappropriate. A specific, low-force approach guided by examination is a more cautious fit, decided case by case.
Should I be diagnosed first?
If hypermobility is suspected, medical evaluation is worthwhile — some types have associated conditions that need monitoring.
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Ligament Laxity & Rotational Instability
Loose ligaments allowing extra joint movement in the neck.
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POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
Rapid heart rate and symptoms when standing up.
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