Massage / Bodywork
72 EDS specialists in this category
Massage therapists and bodyworkers trained in EDS use gentle, modified techniques to relieve muscle tension and pain without overstretching already-hypermobile joints. Deep tissue and aggressive stretching techniques should be avoided — look for practitioners trained in myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, or lymphatic drainage. EDS patients often have muscles that work overtime to compensate for loose ligaments, so targeted tension relief can significantly reduce pain. Sessions may need to be shorter and less intense than typical, with careful attention to skin fragility in certain EDS subtypes.
Massage / Bodywork specialists are most concentrated in Arizona (3), Connecticut (3), Pennsylvania (3).
Last updated 2026-05-04
About Massage / Bodywork
When your ligaments are loose, your muscles have to work harder to hold your joints in place. That constant muscle tension is a major source of pain for EDS patients. A massage therapist who understands this can target those overworked muscles without pushing your joints past their safe range.
What to Expect
Tell the therapist about your EDS before the session starts, including any areas where your joints are especially unstable. Expect lighter pressure than a typical massage — this is intentional, not a sign they're being timid. Your first session may be shorter (30 to 45 minutes) to see how your body responds, since some EDS patients experience post-massage flares.
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Arizona (3)
My Myo My Health (EAST) - Mesa
Mesa, AZ
Based in Mesa, Arizona, this massage / bodywork practice focuses on hypermobility and chronic pain. My Myo My Health is a compassionate...
Freedom Therapy MFR
Oro Valley, AZ
Monika Szumilak, LMT, PhD, is an Expert Myofascial Release (MFR) therapist specializing in gentle, fascia-focused care for people living...
My Myo My Health
Phoenix, AZ
Based in Phoenix, Arizona, this massage / bodywork practice focuses on hypermobility and chronic pain. My Myo My Health is a compassionate...
California (2)
Isaac Mann-Silverman, LAc
Oakland, CA
Gentle but effective bodywork and acupuncture with a focus on integration, connection, and structure. I use simple and subtle manual...
Becker Chiropractic
San Mateo, CA
I graduated as valedictorian from Life Chiropractic College West in Hayward, California, where I was honored with the Presidential Award for...
Colorado (3)
Rolfing Resilience
Denver, CO
Rolfing Resilience is the Denver practice of Juliet, a Rolfer whose work centers on clients with hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome....
Auth Chiropractic & Vitality Center - Dillon
Dillon, CO
Based in Dillon, Colorado, this chiropractic practice focuses on hypermobility. Within the scope of Structural Integration, my therapeutic...
Centered Path Physical Therapy
Fort Collins, CO
Centered Path Physical Therapy is a one-on-one clinic in Fort Collins, Colorado that names Hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome among...
Connecticut (4)
Unwinding Studio
Bloomfield, CT
30 years of advance energy healing, yogic breathing, meditation working with clients internationally. During Mel’s own healing crisis, she...
Whole Health Wellness Center
Farmington, CT
We have experience treating many patients with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome through a multi-modal, gentle, and tailored approach. Therapies may...
CT Center for CranioSacral Therapy
New Milford, CT
The CT Center for CranioSacral Therapy specializes in pain management of physical and/ or emotional origin using gentle manual techniques...
Welcome to Gravity, LLC
Ridgefield, CT
My specialty is the Rolf Method of Structural Integration, which I have advanced training in and have been practicing since 2002. Structural...
Florida (1)
Georgia (1)
Indiana (4)
Bloomington Massage & Bodyworks
Bloomington, IN
I specialize in supporting those with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome through ELDOA (an isometric strengthening exercise for ligaments and fascia),...
Patient PT
Bloomington, IN
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Patient Physical Therapy
Bloomington, IN
Dr. Ali is focused on persistent pain, pelvic & whole-person primary care. Gender affirming and trauma informed. Low sensory, low or no...
OrthoSport Performance Therapy
Carmel, IN
OrthoSport Performance Therapy is committed to an integrated approach of clinical manual and massage therapy, movement, and exercise to...
Iowa (1)
Maine (1)
Maryland (3)
Heather L Knuckey LMT
Baltimore, MD
Over the 20 years of practicing massage therapy I have taken many different types of continuing education. I have been studying connective...
Rainbow Spring Wellness
Silver Spring, MD
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Satriano Physiotherapy & Wellness
Timonium, MD
90% of my new physical therapy patients were misdiagnosed by other practitioners. Many of them in pain and frustrated. It can feel...
Massachusetts (1)
Michigan (1)
Minnesota (5)
SpineFocus Physical Therapy
Apple Valley, MN
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Baxter, MN
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Bloomington, MN
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Eagan, MN
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Whole Human Healing
Wayzata, MN
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