Hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

This session will be an overview of hypermobility spectrum disorder as well as Ehlers Danlos syndrome.  We will describe the pathophysiology as well as associated symptoms.  We will describe how to properly diagnose these disorders and went to refer for additional evaluation.  We will also discuss common rheumatologic mimics and how to differentiate from hypermobility and Ehlers Danlos syndrome.

Objectives for Hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

• Describe Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and Hypermobility spectrum disorder
• Describe the pathophysiology and associated symptoms of hypermobility disorders
• Discuss how to properly diagnosis hypermobility and when to refer for additional evaluation
• Discuss rheumatologic mimics and how to differentiate from hypermobility

Dr. Samec does not have any financial disclosures.

The Iowa Osteopathic Medical Association is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians and designates this program for a maximum of .75 AOA Category 1-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in this activity.

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