There
is no cure for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, but treatment can help to manage the
symptoms and prevent further complications.
Medications
Health providers/doctors may prescribe drugs to control:
@ Pain: If
over-the-counter pain relievers — such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others)
and naproxen (Aleve) — aren't enough, doctor may prescribe stronger medications
for joint or muscle pain.
@ Blood
pressure: As blood vessels are more fragile in some
types (e.g. Vascular type) of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, doctor may want to reduce
the stress on the vessels by keeping the blood pressure low.
Physical
Therapy
Joints
with weak connective tissue are more likely to dislocate. Exercises to
strengthen the muscles around a joint can help stabilize the joint. Physical
therapist might also recommend specific braces to help prevent joint
dislocations.
Surgical
& Other Procedures
In
rare cases, surgery is recommended to repair joints damaged by repeated
dislocations. However, the skin and the connective tissue of the affected joint
may not heal properly after the surgery.
Source: www.mayoclinic.com
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