First Wednesday of the Month = Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) Awareness Day! 05/06/26
- zebrasourdough
- May 6
- 1 min read
🌞 May — EDS & HSD Awareness Month - Testing Matters
"Ever feel like your body was assembled without the 'tighten all bolts' step?
If your party trick involves turning into a human pretzel or scaring your friends with how far your thumbs bend, it’s time to find out if you're 'flexible' or actually hypermobile.
The Beighton Score is the ultimate 9-point test to see if your joints are doing 'extra credit' they weren't assigned. We’re talking:
Thumbs that touch your forearms (The 'Evolutionary Flex')
Elbows and knees that bow like they're mid-curtsy
Putting your palms flat on the floor while your legs stay straight as a board
“Being a ‘human noodle’ might make for a great party trick, but it can also be the secret ingredient behind those mystery aches and joints that ‘clunk’ like a dropped baking tray. Understanding your own ‘Zebra’ stripes can actually solve those medical mysteries you’ve been puzzling over—like why your body feels less like a sturdy baguette and more like a loose, over-hydrated dough!
The good news? Once you know the limits of your own unique recipe, you can set the right boundaries to keep your body ‘proofed’ and strong for much longer. Think of it as finding your perfect bake time: knowing when to push and when to rest ensures you stay at your healthiest (and happiest!) for years to come.”
Stop guessing and get your score checked! Tag a fellow #Zebra who needs to take the test, and talk to a pro to keep those joints in their sockets where they belong. 🦓💪
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