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Managing your pain starts with learning with what is the right approach for you. Discover a range of services that can help you manage Hypermobility EDS.
The Zebra Club app
Begin your journey to safe, healthy, hypermobility friendly movement with our app today.
View AppStrengthen your Hypermobile Core
On this course, I demonstrate and explain every exercise, including 'watch for' points in the hypermobile body. You can work from the comfort of your home, at your pace.
View courseEducational training for teachers and therapists
This online course is designed to give you all the essential knowledge needed to work with hypermobile clients...
View courseMoovlite
Welcome to Moovlite, your comprehensive solution to back pain relief in just 12 weeks.
View courseThe Zebra Club Intensive course
Looking to work with Jeannie? The Zebra Club Intensive course will be launching soon. Register your interest in joining this comprehensive EDS / HSD coaching program here.
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The Zebra Club app is a programme based on the Integral Movement Method. In this programme I will carefully guide you through safe exercises to manage your pain.
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The Zebra Club Intensive Course
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Learn more about EDS & Hypermobility
It is estimated that up to 20% of the population has hypermobility (Hakim et al, 2004, The genetic epidemiology of Joint Hypermobility).
Hypermobile people are not necessarily weaker but research shows the condition can impact muscle strength and stability. Joint instability means the muscles around the joint may need to work harder which can lead to muscle fatigue and strain. Some hypermobile people may experience muscle weakness, pain, and injury. Hypermobility varies for each individual – some hypermobile people are dancers, gymnasts, and athletes and demonstrate excellent strength and control.
Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a genetic condition that you are born with. However, symptoms may not become evident until later in life. Children are not usually diagnosed until after the age of 5 because most children are hypermobile. Symptoms may also worsen around times of hormonal changes like puberty, pregnancy and postpartum, and menopause.
There are many support groups for hypermobility. The Zebra Club app has an amazing supportive online community. Organizations like The Ehlers-Danlos Society and Ehlers-Danlos Support UK offer support groups.
The Zebrastrong Blog
Managing your pain starts with learning what works for you, your body, and your lifestyle. That’s why my blog is about more than techniques for managing pain. Here you’ll also find strategies for coping with the emotional and social aspects too.
September 11th, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 6 minutes
Nociplastic pain, hypermobility, and a sensitized nervous system
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes I’ve asked Dr. Leslie Russek, scientific advisor to The Zebra Club, to collaborate to learn about nociplastic pain and how to regulate a sensitized nervous system.
Read moreSeptember 3rd, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 6 minutes
7 Essential Morning Stretches for a Great Start to Your Day
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Do you wake up stiff, tight, and maybe even in pain in the morning? I hear this so often from the hypermobile community. Often during the night, the lack of movement can lead to some tight fascia. If we can get the fascia hydrated with some gentle movement or dynamic stretching we can free up that stiffness and get things gliding.
Read moreAugust 26th, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 8 minutes
The Connection Between EDS and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes I received my diagnosis of hypermobile EDS because of MCAS, which is probably not the usual route. Back in 2016, I started having a number of symptoms that no doctor could explain. One of the main symptoms was repeated bladder infections and bladder irritability. This went on for 18 months, along with other symptoms like headaches, flushing, rashes, and increased sensitivity to foods and smells I had previously tolerated. I was becoming sicker and sicker with repeated infections and inflammation.
Read moreAugust 19th, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 8 minutes
Pelvic Floor Health in Hypermobility
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Pelvic floor dysfunction is something I am familiar with in my own experience and something experienced by many of my clients. Let’s dive deep and learn more about the role of this structure.
Read moreAugust 12th, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 6 minutes
Understanding Hip Hypermobility and Its Effects on Joint Pain
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes The hip joint is one of my favourite joints – although it can be a cause of many problems in hypermobility. It is such a key joint in the body – it is one of the largest and most important joints for several reasons.
Read moreAugust 5th, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 5 minutes
How does hypermobility impact your Knees?
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Hyperextension of the knees in hypermobility is common. I used the adopt the strangest of standing postures, from simple knee locking to crossing one leg over the other, or actually wrapping one leg around the other one.
Read moreJuly 30th, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 4 minutes
5 Best Daily Exercises for Hypermobility
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes When exercising with hypermobility, it is important to focus on different aspects of movement. It can be tempting to jump straight in with strengthening work. Without correct alignment, relaxation of tight muscles, and building of tissue tolerance, this strategy can frequently lead to strain and injury.
Read moreJuly 25th, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 6 minutes
Navigating Menopause with Hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes When I hit the menopause or rather it hit me, my life changed dramatically.
Read moreJuly 9th, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 6 minutes
If you have hypermobility, pillow struggle is a real thing
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Pillow struggle is a thing. Is there the perfect pillow to hypermobile necks that will help prevent neck and shoulder pain? This is the number one non-movement related question I get emails and questions about.
Read moreJuly 1st, 2024 | Estimated reading time: 7 minutes
Managing fatigue and it’s impacts
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes First of all, If you have EDS or HSD and suffer from fatigue, you are not alone.
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