Benefits of Kinesio Taping for EDS and Hypermobility

Kinesio Tape on hypermobile shoulder for stability and proprioceptive support.

Why Taping Matters for Hypermobility

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) are connective tissue conditions where joints move beyond normal ranges. This often leads to:

  • Frequent sprains or subluxations

  • Muscle spasms and guarding

  • Chronic pain and fatigue

  • Difficulty with stability and balance

Kinesio Tape doesn’t “hold joints in place” like rigid tape. Instead, it provides neurological feedback, reminding the body to stabilize and recruit muscles more effectively.

You can read more about taping here.

Benefits of Kinesio Taping in EDS/HSD

  • Improves Joint Awareness (Proprioception): Helps the nervous system sense where joints are in space.

  • Reduces Micro-Movements: Gentle tactile input can reduce excessive “wobble” in unstable joints.

  • Decreases Muscle Overcompensation: Supports muscles without overloading them.

  • Pain & Fatigue Relief: Can reduce protective muscle spasms and ease daily pain.

  • Confidence in Movement: Patients often feel more secure during exercise, walking, or sports.

In-Office Application at Well Co Chiropractic

Our Sarasota clinic uses taping as part of a holistic management plan for EDS and hypermobility. We pair it with:

  • Stability training and core strengthening

  • Soft tissue care for overworked muscles

  • Gentle chiropractic adjustments appropriate for hypermobile joints

  • Education on pacing and safe movement strategies

Want to see if taping can help you? Schedule a visit.

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