For people with hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD) or hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), rocking isn't just comforting. It can be genuinely therapeutic. Here's why, and how to use it intentionally to get out of pain and stiffness cycles:

This article focuses primarily on female hormones and hypermobility. That said, people of all sexes on the hypermobility spectrum can experience hormonal and urogenital complications throughout their lifespan. Hormones as Messengers Hormones are chemical messengers produced by glands that travel through the bloodstream to tissues and organs. They regulate growth, metabolism, mood, reproduction, collagen integrity, vascular tone, and nervous system function. In individuals wit

If you’re hypermobile or have been told you might have EDS or a hypermobility spectrum disorder, you may have noticed a pattern: Pain that doesn’t fully make sense based on imaging Dizziness, fatigue, or “weird body symptoms” Feeling stuck in fight-or-flight Symptoms that flare with stress, illness, or lack of sleep A history of injuries that seem to linger longer than expected You might also have heard that the nervous system or trauma plays a role, which can feel confusing

In recent years, "nervous system regulation" has become more than just a buzzword—it's a crucial approach to managing our overall health and well-being. But what exactly does it mean, and where do you begin? What Is Your Nervous System? The nervous system comprises of your brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Its job is to process and respond to the information brought in through your senses. It governs everything from your thoughts and emotions to automatic functions like breathi