Author: Sharon Hennessey
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Taping for Hypermobility
This information is intended as general advice only and does not replace individual medical guidance. Consult your medical professional to determine the best approach for your specific needs. Introduction Strapping tape can be a useful and versatile tool in managing hypermobility. When applied correctly, it may help reduce pain and improve function by: Learn more…
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What Is Hypermobility?
Disclaimer: This information is intended as general advice only and does not replace individual medical guidance. Consult your medical professional to determine the best approach for your specific needs. Introduction Hypermobility refers to joints that move beyond the typical range—sometimes described as being “double-jointed.” Joint hypermobility is relatively common, especially in children, women, and individuals…
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Women’s Health Issues in Hypermobility
Disclaimer: Introduction Research indicates that the incidence of common women’s health complaints is doubled in the Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD) and Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS) population compared to the general population. At Not Just Bendy, we frequently support individuals navigating these interconnected challenges. These include: Bladder Issues Urinary Incontinence Urinary Retention Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)…
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Hypermobile Hips
Understanding Hypermobile Hips: Causes and Treatments As a physiotherapist in Brisbane, Australia, with a special interest in hypermobility-related connective tissue disorders, I primarily work with clients who have hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS), Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD), or Asymptomatic Generalised Hypermobility. Over the years, I have observed that approximately 90% of symptomatic hypermobility clients experience issues…
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Not Just Awards: Celebrating Our Wins at the Allied Health Awards
These past 4 years have been filled with hard work, growth, and dedication at Not Just Bendy Hypermobility Services. I am beyond thrilled to share that not only was I named Physiotherapist of the Year at the Allied Health Awards, but our incredible team also won the award for Adult Allied Health Team of the…
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Personalised Exercise Strategies for Managing POTS, Hypermobility, and EDS
Navigating life with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), hypermobility, or Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) presents unique challenges, especially in the realm of exercise. While exercise is important for overall health and is part of the rehabilitation process, the traditional approach to exercise may not always be suitable for individuals with chronic health conditions. Utilising a personalised…
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Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and its Relationship to Hypermobility
There is a significant overlap in the conditions and the symptoms of MCAS, POTS and symptomatic hypermobility. Learn more in this informative blog. From an early age, I never really coped with band aids and would always end up with a rash. By mid 20s, I knew using strapping tape on myself was not a solution…
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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome
Our blog today will focus on one of the most commonly co-occuring issues with symptomatic hypermobility –Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). POTS (which is a type of dysautonomia) is currently getting increased research attention as it is thought it is being responsible for many symptoms of long COVID. The extra give in ligaments in hypermobility, is…
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Switching on the Lightbulb to see Hypermobility Disorders
In 2022, a group of interested physiotherapists and exercise physiologists decided to increase awareness of hypermobility disorders within the physiotherapy profession. Read more about the hypermobility disorder advocacy group and their plans here: https://www.hypermobilityconnect.com/hypermobility-lectures/ Not Just Bendy Hypermobility Services founder, Sharon Hennessey, presented a zoom webinar titled “Hypermobility: its types and its management” to a group…
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Exercise Physiology for Hypermobility
What Can the Not Just Bendy Hypermobility Services Exercise Physiologist Do for Me? Our Exercise Physiologist knows how complex hypermobility can be and how difficult it can be to exercise without creating a new injury. There are many different ways that they can help those with hypermobility or Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. What is the Difference Between…
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Telehealth Physiotherapy for Hypermobility
The team at Not Just Bendy provide the option of Telehealth physiotherapy for hypermobility in place of, or in addition to traditional face to face services. Telehealth services have been greatly beneficial in aiding people who have hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome to access our care from all around Australia, from within the comforts of their…
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Zebbie: Not Just Bendy Hypermobility Mascot
This is the story of the Not Just Bendy Hypermobility Mascot and Logo. Zebras are the adopted symbol of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). The story goes that at medical school, future doctors are taught to look for conventional explanations: “If you hear hoof beats look for horses.” This communicates the idea that common symptoms are usually…
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Hypermobility Brisbane Physiotherapy
Not Just Bendy Hypermobility Services is a physiotherapy & exercise physiology service dedicated to Hypermobility in Brisbane and telehealth services around Australia. When I meet people socially at a BBQ and they ask me what I do, I take a deep breath as I know it is going to be an interesting conversation. I am the…
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Welcome Not Just Bendy Hypermobility Services
Hypermobility physiotherapists Sharon Hennessey, Dr X.Chen & Marlisa Kwan
