Specialized Support for Complex EDS Symptoms

Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome can feel exhausting, frustrating, and isolating. Many people with EDS experience chronic pain, dizziness, headaches, instability, fatigue, or neurologic symptoms that affect nearly every part of daily life.
At Apex Chiropractic & Wellness Center, we provide individualized care designed to support people living with EDS and related neurologic conditions. Our goal is to help reduce flare-ups, improve function, support stability, and help you regain confidence in your body.

Why Patients with EDS Choose Apex

Gentle, individualized treatment approaches
Functional neurology perspective
Experience supporting complex chronic conditions
Vestibular and oculomotor evaluation options
Long-term management strategies focused on function
Ehlers-Danlos Society-supported research involvement
Collaborative care approach when needed

Dr. Jahnke has received a research grant from the Ehlers-Danlos Society, reinforcing Apex’s ongoing commitment to advancing understanding and care for individuals living with EDS and related neurologic conditions.

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Understanding Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of connective tissue disorders that can affect the joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, skin, blood vessels, and nervous system. Connective tissue acts as part of the body’s structural support system, helping provide stability and integrity throughout the body.

When connective tissue is affected, the body may become more prone to:

Joint instability
Frequent sprains or injuries
Chronic pain
Muscle tension or spasms
Fatigue
Dizziness or imbalance
Headaches and migraines
Brain fog
Sensory sensitivity
Difficulty recovering from physical stress

The most common subtype is hypermobile EDS (hEDS), which is often associated with excessive joint movement and instability. Some people with EDS are highly functional and simply need periodic support to help manage flare-ups and maintain alignment. Others experience more complex, daily symptoms that require a careful and ongoing approach.
We also commonly see co-occurring conditions such as:

POTS
Dysautonomia
Fibromyalgia
Post-concussion symptoms
ADHD and neurodevelopmental concerns
Chronic headaches and migraines
Anxiety related to chronic stress on the nervous system

For many patients, symptoms fluctuate. Stress, poor sleep, fatigue, illness, overactivity, hormonal changes, or injury can all contribute to flare-ups.

Why Symptoms May Persist

EDS is currently managed rather than cured. Because connective tissue affects so many systems in the body, symptoms can become chronic and complex over time.

Many patients feel stuck in cycles of:

Pain and muscle guarding
Instability and compensation
Nervous system hypersensitivity
Fatigue and reduced activity
Recurrent injuries or flare-ups

The nervous system is often working overtime to create stability where the body feels unstable. This can lead to increased muscle tension, altered posture and movement patterns, dizziness, headaches, and heightened sensitivity to stress.

Other factors that may contribute to persistent symptoms include:

Prior injuries or concussions
Poor biomechanics or posture
Vestibular dysfunction
Inflammation
Sleep disruption
Stress overload
Dysautonomia or POTS
Fibromyalgia or chronic pain syndromes

Patients with multiple overlapping conditions often need a more individualized and gradual approach to care.

How Chiropractic Care May Help

At Apex, chiropractic care is not about aggressive adjustments or forcing the body into change. Our approach is designed to support the brain-body connection while respecting the unique needs of hypermobile and sensitive patients.

Depending on your presentation, care may include:

Gentle chiropractic adjustments

Functional neurology-based therapies

Vestibular therapy

Vision therapy and RightEye sensorimotor evaluation

Primitive reflex integration

Sensory integration therapy

Postural and biomechanical support

Rehabilitation exercises

Lifestyle and nutritional considerations

Our goal is to help improve function, reduce irritation within the nervous system, support stability, and help patients better manage daily life and flare-ups.

Our Approach to EDS Care at Apex

People with EDS often need more than a generalized treatment plan. At Apex, we focus on individualized care that adapts over time based on how your body responds.

Your care may include:

Comprehensive history and symptom review

Neurologic and functional assessments

Balance and coordination evaluation

RightEye oculomotor assessment when appropriate

Personalized treatment recommendations

Gentle techniques tailored to tolerance levels

Ongoing progress monitoring

Collaboration with other healthcare providers when needed

We understand that progress with EDS is rarely linear. Our focus is on supporting long-term improvement in function, stability, resilience, and quality of life.

Who This Care May Be Right For

This care may be a good fit for people who:

Have persistent pain or neurologic symptoms
Experience dizziness, headaches, or instability
Feel their symptoms are interconnected or complex
Want a more holistic approach to care
Are looking to reduce dependence on medication when possible
Need long-term symptom management support
Want to improve daily function and quality of life

What to Expect at Apex

Your first visit is designed to help us better understand how your body and nervous system are functioning. Based on your abilities we may start with a more focused area and add more detailed testing over time, as your body is ready for more.

During your evaluation, we may assess:

Health and injury history

Movement patterns and posture

Balance and coordination

Neurologic and functional assessment

Oculomotor function using RightEye technology when appropriate

Functional limitations and symptom triggers

Discussion of your goals

Ongoing progress monitoring

Following the assessment, we will discuss findings, recommendations, and whether care at Apex is an appropriate fit for your goals.
Treatment plans are designed to be flexible and responsive to how your body adapts over time.

Related Conditions We Also Help With

Fibromyalgia

POTS

Dysautonomia

Headaches and migraines

Chronic neck pain

Chronic back pain

Brain fog

Chronic pain syndromes

Post-concussion symptoms

Balance disorders

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Living with EDS can affect how you move, think, work, sleep, and engage with the people around you. You do not have to navigate it alone.
If you are looking for individualized support for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, chronic pain, dizziness, headaches, or neurologic symptoms, Apex Chiropractic & Wellness Center is here to help.

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