Hypermobility. The effect of hypermobility on flexibility
able to bend further than normal. The syndrome is generally induced by changes in
bone structure. It occurs in about 10%-25% of the world’s population.1 Joint
hypermobility causes several effects, both positive and negative. This essay describes
the syndrome briefly as well as discusses the benefits and consequences of the
condition. However, the expedience of the condition outweighs the negative issues
JMS can bring about.
Hypermobile joints are a serious case in which the tissues that hold the joint together –
ligaments – are detached. In most cases, hypermobility is caused by the deviation of
tissue proteins - such as collagen - synthesis; bone structure: bone shape or the depth
of the joint sockets; muscle structure: muscle tone and strength; poor sense of
proprioception; genetic heritability. Sometimes weak muscles have an impact on the
development of hypermobility as well