Overview

• The nine-point Beighton Score test evaluates joint hypermobility, which may indicate Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS), a genetic connective tissue disorder.
• EDS weakens connective tissues, including those in the lungs, potentially leading to respiratory issues like asthma, sleep apnea, and airway instability.
• A 2022 study found that 85% of EDS patients experience respiratory problems, while over half report anxiety and nearly half face depression.
• UK diagnosis figures estimate 135,000–300,000 cases of EDS, though experts believe the condition is underdiagnosed globally.
• While there is no cure for EDS, symptom management through physical therapy, braces, and lifestyle adjustments can improve quality of life.