Archive for the ‘Joint Hypermobility’ Category
Posted on January 7, 2015
Watch this fun video of 10-year-old Erin joining the Ohio State Hockey Team through a program called Team IMPACT. Since Ehlers-Danlos makes Erin more susceptible to injury, it’s unlikely she’ll be able to participate in sports with her peers. But, spending time with the Buckeyes gives Erin the experience of being on a team. Erin has gained the […]
Posted on January 5, 2015
Dominic McMinn was chosen for this year’s “Every Student Succeeding” award and scholarship in California. An Ehlers Danlos student in the Accelerated Reading Program, he’s not only excelled academically, but overcome great physical hurdles. He is also the the youngest award recipient. Congratulations on your accomplishments, Dominic! Submitted to the Appeal-Democrat. “Dominic was named this year’s Region […]
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!
Posted on December 28, 2014
After a controversial surgery, Elisha Morgan feels she made the right decision to amputate her foot. She is hopeful. Her surgeon and her family have been supportive. (Part 2 of 3)
Posted on December 26, 2014
Elisha Morgan’s 8-year struggle with severe foot pain lead to an Ehlers-Danlos diagnosis that changed her life. Her doctors exhausted all treatment options. Now, she considers making a very difficult decision … (Part 1 of 3)
Posted on December 24, 2014
Gemma Christie is a popular UK singer/actress with 4 disorders, including Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. She is returning to the stage with the goal of bringing public awareness to invisible illnesses, such as EDS. This live performance called “Gemma Climbs Her Mountain” is about hope and rising above the illness. The play focuses on Myalgic Encephalopathy (ME), a disorder that is similar to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. […]
Posted on December 23, 2014
Students with medical conditions, such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), should have equal educational opportunities in all countries. Unfortunately, that isn’t the reality – according to Amy King, an EDS student and advocate for adult education in the UK. Many adults living with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS) are highly intelligent, motivated and hard-working individuals looking for the opportunity to learn and contribute to their […]
Posted on December 15, 2014
Watch this video about a boy with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome whose dream came true! “Eight-year-old Gabriel was officially named an honorary ranger at Yosemite National Park. Gabriel Lavan-Ying, from Gainesville, Florida, has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a debilitating and incurable disorder affecting that causes overly flexible joints and effects the skin and blood vessels. But when the Make-A-Wish Foundation […]
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