Could a special vest ease the pain of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?
NCT ID NCT02144532
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study looked at whether wearing a custom compression garment (a tight vest) can reduce shoulder pain and improve joint stability in people with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a condition that causes loose joints and chronic pain. About 48 adults wore the vest for 4 weeks and then went without it for another 4 weeks. Researchers measured shoulder muscle strength, pain levels, and quality of life to see if the garment helped.
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Médecine Physique et de Réadaptation, Centre Médico-Chirurgical de Réadaptation des Massues - Croix-Rouge française
Lyon, 69322, France
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