Movement / Exercise
73 EDS specialists in this category
Movement and exercise specialists — including Pilates instructors, yoga therapists, and exercise physiologists — design EDS-safe programs that build strength and proprioception without destabilizing joints. Look for instructors with specific training in hypermobility who modify exercises to stay within safe joint range rather than pushing flexibility. Clinical Pilates is particularly well-suited for EDS because it emphasizes controlled, low-impact movements that strengthen stabilizing muscles. A good movement specialist will assess your joint stability baseline and progress exercises gradually to avoid subluxations and flares.
Movement / Exercise specialists are most concentrated in California (4), Texas (3), Wisconsin (3).
Last updated 2026-05-04
About Movement / Exercise
Exercise is one of the most effective long-term tools for managing EDS, but it has to be the right kind. Standard fitness classes that push flexibility or high-impact movements can make hypermobile joints worse. A movement specialist trained in EDS builds strength around your joints to protect them, not stretch them further.
What to Expect
Your first session will be an assessment — the specialist will check your joint range of motion, identify unstable areas, and ask about past injuries or subluxations. Expect to start slowly with basic stability exercises. You won't be asked to do anything that hurts. Progress is gradual and tailored to your body, and sessions typically run 45 to 60 minutes.
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Arizona (2)
Desert Bloom Wellness Therapies
Phoenix, AZ
Desert Bloom Wellness Therapies is a client and heart centered herbalism, aromatherapy, Yoga Nidra and sound healing practice located in...
Delta Pilates
Scottsdale, AZ
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California (7)
Lori Winslow Pilates and Wellness
Corte Madera, CA
I am a certified Pilates Teacher practicing for over 15 years. I personally have hEDS, MCAS, POTS and autoimmune disorders. I have completed...
Soft Power Occupational Therapy
El Cerrito, CA
I’m Dr. Rebs (they/them/she/her), a pelvic floor and chronic pain specialist with interest and expertise in working with people of all...
Phases Fitness
San Diego, CA
Hi! I’m Emiko Jaffe, Certified Personal Trainer, specializing in strength training for hypermobile women. I offer 1:1 coaching virtually and...
Healthwell Physical Therapy Group
San Francisco, CA
HealthWell Physical Therapy Group is a boutique setting and we specialize in orthopedic and wellness clinic in San Francisco offering...
Pain and Performance Clinic at Airport Health Club - Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa, CA
Gwen Miller Studio, LLC is an integrated clinical movement and manual therapy system and studio. Gwen is the author of Safe Movement for All...
Tupelo Pointe Healing Arts
Upland, CA
Dr. Wang is dedicated to optimizing the well-being of each client by addressing their distinct and individual requirements. She employs...
Gwen Miller Studio, LLC
Windsor, CA
Education • Empowerment • Healing Hi, I’m Gwen Miller. I’m passionate about helping you learn to move in ways that protect and heal your...
Colorado (3)
Hypermobility Exercise Solutions
Arvada, CO
Hypermobility Exercise Solutions is an Arvada corrective exercise and personal training practice led by Robyn Fog, whose entire scope of...
Christina Harmon Coaching LLC
Denver, CO
In person or online services. Certifications/Credentials NSCA certified personal trainer, MS Mechanical Engineering/Biomechanics, Functional...
Evolution Physical Therapy
Denver, CO
Evolution Physical Therapy's Denver clinic is where Brooke Doody, DPT runs an EDS-centered physical therapy practice for adults along the...
Connecticut (2)
Unwinding Studio
Bloomfield, CT
30 years of advance energy healing, yogic breathing, meditation working with clients internationally. During Mel’s own healing crisis, she...
A Different Approach - PT for Women, LLC
Norwalk, CT
One on one; one-hour sessions, in a peaceful environment, whole body approach to care (including nutrition coaching), full scope of...
Georgia (2)
Inspire Health
Atlanta, GA
Inspire Health is a multi-disciplinary studio in Buckhead, Atlanta that blends physical therapy, STOTT Pilates-based rehab, massage, and...
Stability Pilates and Physical Therapy
Sandy Springs, GA
Stability Pilates and Physical Therapy is a multi-disciplinary practice in Sandy Springs that pairs one-on-one physical therapy with...
Iowa (1)
Kentucky (1)
Louisiana (1)
Maine (1)
Maryland (4)
AT THE CORE PHYSICAL THERAPY
Annapolis, MD
Dr. Madeline started AT THE CORE PHYSICAL THERAPY with the intention of providing patients with the undivided time and quality attention...
One.
Annapolis, MD
One. is a physical therapist owned and operated wellness clinic in Annapolis, MD. Jennifer Balducci, PT, MSPT, co-owner of One., herself...
Studio One
Annapolis, MD
Studio One is affiliated with One.Physical Therapy and Wellness In Annapolis Maryland. We have been open for 12 years in one location. Jen...
The Balanced Body Studio & Wellness Center
Rockville, MD
Specializing in EDS/Hypermobility disorders. Offering services in Massage Therapy, Pilates, Personal Training, Corrective Exercise, Muscle...
Massachusetts (5)
Arch Physical Therapy and Fitness
Boston, MA
As a dedicated [physical therapist](https://www.archphysicaltherapyandfitness.com/services-boston-physical-therapy/) and [strength...
MotionMindFlow
Brookline, MA
MotionMindFlow is dedicated to supporting those with EDS and Hypermobility thrive through the integration of movement, medicine, and...
Beacon of Hope Counseling by Kairos Counselings
Falmouth, MA
Somatic-informed, trauma-aware, and relationship-centered — practical for daily life.
Sand Pelvic Health and Somatics
Jamaica Plain, MA
I specialize in trauma-informed, gender-affirming pelvic health care across the lifespan. I see many clients with HSD/EDS, and work on...
Strength and Balance Physical Therapy
North Andover, MA
Strength & Balance Physical Therapy is a specialized clinic in North Andover, MA, dedicated to helping individuals with hypermobility...