Increased Range of Joint Movement: Hypermobility and Connective Tissue Evaluation
1. Introduction An increased range of joint movement, clinically recognized as joint hypermobility, occurs when an individual’s joints stretch significantly further than the typical physiological limit. While often viewed simply as being “double-jointed” or an advantageous trait for dancers and gymnasts, excessive joint laxity represents a fundamental alteration in the structural mechanics of the human … Read more
