Archive for the ‘Managing Ehlers-Danlos’ Category

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How Can Schools Better Understand Ehlers Danlos Syndrome?

Posted on March 30, 2015

The pressures from the school environment are difficult enough when a student is well.  EDS students have more challenges than the average student,and need the cooperation of the school administration and teachers.   By Jenny – Cheetahs In My Shoes “As both a parent of 2 children with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (or if it isn’t, something […]

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Dr. Mark Lavallee webinar “Exercise is Medicine” – Video Recording

Posted on March 3, 2015

Watch this FREE online learning session! Mark E. Lavallee, M.D presents “Exercise is Medicine – especially for Ehlers-Danlos”. He has EDS, classical type and has lectured at many EDNF conferences.

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Dr. Jan Dommerholt Webinar on “Physical Therapy for Ehlers-Danlos” – Video Recording

Posted on January 23, 2015

 EDS Awareness invites you to watch this FREE webinar recording!   Sponsored by www.bodysupportstore.com   TOPIC:    “Physical Therapy for Ehlers-Danlos”   PRESENTER:   Dr. Jan Dommerholt   About our speaker: Jan Dommerholt, DPT Jan is a recognized expert in the physical therapy diagnosis and treatment of persons with chronic pain syndromes, including EDS. He has lectured at EDNF patient […]

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Gabrielle’s Personal Battle with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Posted on January 20, 2015

After being diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, high-school student Gabrielle found comfort with members of the Young Life organization. She found purpose and motivation through her renewed spiritual connection. “Right after I got diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and figured out I could not play volleyball, I truly was devastated. I felt like I was missing out […]

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Ehlers-Danlos Service Dog is Nominated for Kennel Club Award

Posted on January 15, 2015

EDSer Shelley and her service dog, Kibble, have been nominated for the Kennel Club’s Eukanuba “Friends For Life” competition. He has helped her regain much independence! The dog is trained to assist Shelley in all aspects of her life, including retrieving items and pressing the alarm button on the phone if she has an emergency. A Dunstable dog lover and […]

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Woman with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) Has Painful Dislocations 10 Times a Day

Posted on January 10, 2015

When Jojo was diagnosed with EDS, she felt relieved! “Finally, I had an answer to why my body is the way it is.” Her EDS went undiagnosed for 24 years! This is not surprising, as our poll indicates more than 50% of EDS patients wait more than 20 years for a proper diagnosis.

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“POTs and EDS” Webinar by Dr. Henry Burkholder – Recording Available

Posted on January 6, 2015

  EDS Awareness invites you to watch this FREE webinar recording!    Sponsored by: www.bodysupportstore.com     Dr. Henry Burkholder  presents “Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTs) and EDS”. He is a Pediatric Cardiologist and presenter at the 2014 EDNF Conference in Houston, TX.         PRESENTER:  Dr. Henry Burkholder, Pediatric Cardiologist   TOPIC:   Postural Orthostatic […]

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Elisha Doesn’t Regret Decision to Amputate for Ehlers Danlos Pain Relief: Watch VIDEO STORY

Posted on December 30, 2014

Watch this video! Elisha Morgan is recovering from a controversial foot amputation — with no regrets. Whether you agree with her decision or not, there is no doubt of the bravery she’s displayed in this situation — we salute her strong spirit!

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