Two of the most common problems among people with EDS, HSD, and joint hypermobility are cranio-cervical instability (CCI) and jaw pain or subluxation.

People with EDS, HSD, and joint hypermobility often experience headaches, neck pain, jaw clicking or subluxation, dizziness, and a feeling that their head is “too heavy” because reduced stability affects how the head, neck, and jaw work together.

It is important to work with a provider who understands joint hypermobility and the unique movement and stability challenges associated with CCI and jaw dysfunction. Over more than 30 years of clinical practice, I’ve found that improving head, neck, and jaw function begins with identifying inefficient movement patterns and teaching more effective stabilization strategies tailored to each person’s presentation.

Jaw rehabilitation requires muscular attention of the head, neck, and jaw, tongue and teeth placement. The associated body parts such as the posterior chain (back of your body) and heel activation are also necessary and are customized to the patient’s presentation.

We take these conditions seriously and are confident in our approach. We also teach you how to manage tension and discomfort at home so you can become more independent. That’s what health freedom is all about.these two commonly presented scenarios seriously and are confident in our treatment approach. We teach our patients how to address the tension and pain at home to better soothe their condition as well. That is what health freedom is all about.