Ehlers Danlos Syndrome
Medical cannabis can be used in managing chronic pain and other symptoms associated with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, potentially enhancing daily comfort and mobility.
Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) are a group of 13 conditions affecting the connective tissues in skin, ligaments and other organs. The most common type is hypermobile EDS, but there’s also classical EDS, vascular EDS, and others. They’re usually inherited, but not always. Various symptoms can occur, but joint hypermobility is common, so people with EDS may need to be more cautious in everyday life.
Symptoms
Symptoms of EDS depend on the type, but can include increased movement in joints, pain, stretchy skin, or fragile skin that’s easily bruised. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and disabling.
Treatments
Treatments for Ehlers-Danlos syndromes depend on the specific type, and are designed to help manage individual symptoms. A holistic approach is often needed, which might involve physiotherapy to strengthen joints and avoid injuries, occupational therapy to support daily activities, and talking therapies to manage the emotional impacts. EDS patients have also experienced a positive outlook on symptoms when taking medical cannabis.
37%
In a US survey of 500 patients with EDS, 37% used cannabis therapeutically, with use highest in those experiencing moderate-to-severe pain
3 months
A 2022 study described one EDS patient who experienced reduced pain and muscle spasms within 3 months of starting medical cannabis treatment
80%
A 2022 study found that 80% of those using alternative therapies reported medical cannabis helped manage hypermobile EDS
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Word from our expert
Dr Sunil Arora Chief Medical Officer
Living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) can mean dealing with daily pain, fatigue, sleep difficulties, and frequent injuries.
Sadly, many patients lose faith in traditional healthcare after feeling dismissed, misunderstood, or left without real solutions.
At Emerald, we understand how important it is to be heard and believed. Medical cannabis offers a natural, compassionate option to help ease pain, reduce inflammation, improve sleep, and support emotional wellbeing.
Our team is here to listen and to work with you to create a treatment plan that helps you regain comfort, confidence, and control over your health.
