Generalized Hyperalgesia in children and adults diagnosed with Hypermobility Syndrome and Ehlers ‐Danlos Syndrome Hypermobility type: A discriminative analysis

Conclusion: Children and adults with HMS/EDS‐HT are characterized by hypermobility, chronic pain, as well as generalized hyperalgesia. The presence of generalized hyperalgesia may indicate involvement of the central nervous system in the development of chronic pain. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Arthritis Care and Research - August 1, 2016 Category: Rheumatology Authors: M.C. Scheper, V. Pacey, L. Rombaut, R.D. Adams, L. Tofts, P. Calders, L.L. Nicholson, R.H.H. Engelbert Tags: Original Article Source Type: research