Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
MONDO:0020066The Ehlers–Danlos syndromes (EDS) are a clinically and genetically heterogeneous group of heritable connective tissue disorders (HCTDs) characterized by joint hypermobility, skin hyperextensibility, and tissue fragility.
Also known as: Danlos Disease, Ehlers, Danlos disease, Disease, Ehlers Danlos, Disease, Ehlers-Danlos, Dystrophia mesodermalis congenita, EDS, Ehler Danlos Syndrome, Ehlers Danlos Disease
46 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could exercise be safe for a fragile blood vessel condition?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether a carefully designed, low-impact exercise program is safe and practical for people with vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (vEDS), a rare condition that weakens blood vessels and organs. Researchers are working with patients and doctors to create a 12-wee…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sheffield Hallam University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Step-by-Step injections aim to ease chronic pain in Loose-Joint conditions
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a stepwise injection plan for adults with joint hypermobility and instability who haven't improved enough with physical therapy. The first step uses dextrose prolotherapy to stimulate healing in ligaments. If that doesn't reduce pain by at least 40%, participants…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Manhattan Pain Medicine, PLLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain training boosts shoulder rehab? new trial investigates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding brain-challenging exercises (like reacting to lights while moving) to standard physical therapy helps people recover better after shoulder stabilization surgery. Thirty-two adults who had surgery for shoulder instability will be randomly assigned t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hacettepe University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can a 6-Week online program sharpen everyday thinking?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study explores whether a personalized telerehabilitation program can help adults who notice cognitive slips in daily life. Participants include older adults and adults with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome who report subjective cognitive complaints. Over six weeks, they receive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Simple leg exercises may tighten loose knees in Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 12-week program of hamstring strengthening exercises can reduce knee looseness and pain in people with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) or hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD). Twenty participants will attend two supervised exercise classes p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Sugar water shots may ease back pain in Bendy-Bodied patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests if injecting a sugar-water solution into the lower back, guided by ultrasound, can safely reduce chronic pain in people with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS). About 40 adults with hEDS and low back pain will receive the injections and report their pain l…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tulane University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Long-Term study aims to unlock mystery of joint hypermobility and chronic illness
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 100 health science students for at least 10 years to understand why some people with very flexible joints (hypermobility) develop chronic pain, fatigue, and other health issues while others do not. Researchers will measure balance, heart rate, and quality o…
Sponsor: Clarkson University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Researchers to examine bone density in rare genetic disorders
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will review medical records of 150 people with Marfan syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome to understand bone mineralization and fracture risk. Researchers will look at past bone density scans and health data to see how bone health changes over time. The goal is to learn…
Sponsor: IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:44 UTC