Orthopedic / Surgery
61 EDS specialists in this category
Orthopedic surgeons experienced with EDS understand the unique surgical considerations for hypermobile patients, including modified approaches to joint stabilization, wound healing, and post-operative care. EDS patients have higher rates of surgical complications including poor wound healing, hardware failure, and joint re-dislocation — choose a surgeon who has operated on EDS patients before. Conservative management is generally preferred, with surgery reserved for joints that have failed physical therapy and bracing. Post-operative rehabilitation typically takes longer for EDS patients and requires physical therapists experienced with connective tissue disorders.
Orthopedic / Surgery specialists are most concentrated in Illinois (3), Massachusetts (2), Maryland (2).
Last updated 2026-05-04
About Orthopedic / Surgery
Surgery for EDS patients is different than for the general population. Tissue heals slower, stitches may not hold as well, and joints can re-dislocate after repair. That's why it's important to see an orthopedic surgeon who has specific experience operating on people with connective tissue disorders — they'll use modified techniques and set realistic recovery expectations.
What to Expect
The surgeon will review your imaging, examine the affected joint, and discuss whether surgery is truly necessary or if conservative options remain. Ask how many EDS patients they have operated on and what their outcomes have been. If surgery is recommended, expect a longer recovery timeline than typical and a detailed rehab plan involving an EDS-experienced physical therapist.
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Arizona (1)
Arkansas (1)
California (5)
Victors Physical Therapy
Camarillo, CA
I offer one on one care focused on getting patients back to function.
Progressive Physical Therapy and Rehab
Costa Mesa, CA
Progressive Physical Therapy and Rehab is a Costa Mesa, California outpatient clinic that lists Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and joint...
The Patel Center for Functional Regeneration
Newport Beach, CA
The Patel Center for Functional Regeneration is a regenerative medicine and functional orthopedics practice led by Dr. Shounuck Patel, DO,...
Casa Colina Hospital & Centers for Healthcare
Pomona, CA
Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare runs one of only a handful of EDS programs in the United States recognized as an...
Cardiovascular Connective Tissue Disorders Program
Sunnyvale, CA
The Cardiovascular Connective Tissue Disorders Program at Stanford Medicine Children's Health is a pediatric, multidisciplinary program for...
Colorado (1)
Connecticut (1)
District of Columbia (2)
Set Physical Therapy - Metro Center
Washington, DC
Set Physical therapy is a one-on-one practice with two locations within Washington, DC. Our physical therapists spend one hour in a private...
The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics
Washington, DC
I am a Fellowship-trained Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeon and Peripheral Nerve Surgeon. I have dozens of patients with EDS and other...
Georgia (1)
Idaho (3)
Idaho Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Boise, ID
Based in Boise, Idaho, this pain management / physiatry practice focuses on hypermobility and chronic pain. At Idaho Physical Medicine and...
Advanced Family Medicine
Kuna, ID
Our Mission: Advancing your health, together Our Purpose: Partnering with you to heal often, cure sometimes, and care always Our Niche:...
Idaho Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Meridian
Meridian, ID
Based in Meridian, Idaho, this pain management / physiatry practice focuses on hypermobility and chronic pain. At Idaho Physical Medicine...
Illinois (4)
American Hip Institute -- Chicago/City/Loop
Chicago, IL
The American Hip Institute & Orthopedic Specialists maintains a downtown Chicago Loop office for patients seeking hip preservation care...
Global Health Partners at Northwestern
Chicago, IL
Global Health Partners at Northwestern is a private, fee-for-service musculoskeletal rehabilitation and interventional pain practice in...
American Hip Institute -- Chicago/O'Hare/Rosemont
Des Plaines, IL
The American Hip Institute & Orthopedic Specialists is a Chicagoland-based hip preservation practice that maintains a dedicated clinical...
American Hip Institute -- Chicago Western Suburbs
Wheaton, IL
The American Hip Institute & Orthopedic Specialists operates a Wheaton office that serves patients in Chicago's western suburbs seeking...
Iowa (2)
Elevate Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine
Ankeny, IA
Elevate Physical Therapy And Sports Medicine Is Located In Johnston And Ankeny. We Offer Physical Therapy Services To Alleviate Chronic...
Steindler Orthopedic Clinic
North Liberty, IA
A dedicated outpatient hand therapy clinic with in a large orthopedic specialty clinic. Two CHT’s, each with over 30 years experience. We...
Louisiana (1)
Maine (2)
Kim O'Leary Physical Therapy, LLC
Lewiston, ME
Based in Lewiston, Maine, this physical therapy practice focuses on hypermobility and chronic pain. I’m a single practitioner private...
Kim O’Leary Physical Therapy, LLC - South Paris
South Paris, ME
Based in South Paris, Maine, this physical therapy practice focuses on hypermobility and chronic pain. I’m a single practitioner private...
Maryland (5)
Sadia Khan, M.D.
Baltimore, MD
Sadia Khan, M.D. in Baltimore, MD is a rheumatology provider specializing in care for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and hypermobility conditions.
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Baltimore, MD
I am a neuro-ophthalmologist with experience in brain injury.
Bethesda Physiocare - Bethesda
Bethesda, MD
Based in Bethesda, Maryland, this physical therapy practice focuses on hypermobility, chronic pain and more. Physical Therapist,...
Mayberry Physiotherapy
Severna Park, MD
Based in Severna Park, Maryland, this physical therapy practice focuses on hypermobility, chronic pain and more. Physical Therapist,...
Blanken Foot and Ankle LLC
Silver Spring, MD