Treatment Options For Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Home Remedies

There are some home remedies and life changes patients can make to better cope with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. For instance, it is important to be wary of the sports and activities patients engage in, such as contact sports, as they increase injury risk. However, regular exercise is vital to keep the joints healthy and strong. Because of this, activities, such as swimming or recreational biking are a good idea. When biking, wearing protective equipment on the joints, such as knee and elbow pads, is advised. Musical instruments that require blowing should be avoided since they can increase the risk of a collapsed lung. Instead, patients might consider a piano, guitar, or violin. Due to potential issues with the jaw joint, avoid chewing on hard foods, gum, and ice.