Could a special vest ease crippling joint pain in Ehlers-Danlos patients?

NCT ID NCT02144532

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a custom compression vest (SED CICATREX®) can reduce shoulder pain and improve stability in adults with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. 48 participants wore the vest for 4 weeks, then went without it for 4 weeks. Researchers measured muscle strength, pain levels, and quality of life to see if the garment helps manage symptoms.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hypermobility type Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Médecine Physique et de Réadaptation, Centre Médico-Chirurgical de Réadaptation des Massues - Croix-Rouge française

    Lyon, 69322, France