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Joint hypermobility; Loose joints; Hypermobility syndrome
There is no specific care for this condition. Persons with hypermobile joints have an increased risk for joint dislocation and other problems.
Extra care may be needed to protect the joints. Ask your health care provider for recommendations.
Call your health care provider if:
Hypermobile joints often accompany other symptoms that, taken together, define a specific syndrome or condition. A diagnosis is based on a family history, medical history, and a complete physical exam.
Medical history questions that help document hypermobile joints in detail may include:
The physical exam will include detailed examination of the muscles and skeleton. The joints may be moved to determine the direction and extent of mobility.
Further tests will depend on what condition is suspected.
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