Orthopedic / Surgery
18 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 Florida (2), Massachusetts (2), Maryland (2).
Last updated 2026-04-18
About Orthopedic / Surgery for EDS Patients
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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Arkansas (1)
California (1)
Connecticut (1)
District of Columbia (1)
Florida (2)
The Hirsh Center
Delray Beach, FL
The Hirsh Center in Delray Beach, FL is a orthopedic / surgery provider specializing in care for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and hypermobility...
Sports and Orthopedic Specialists Physical Therapy
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
SOSPT is an outpatient physical therapy clinic specializing in orthopedics, sports medicine rehabilitation, and pilates-based...
Iowa (1)
Maryland (2)
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Baltimore, MD
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Blanken Foot and Ankle LLC
Silver Spring, MD
Massachusetts (2)
Women's Health, Sports and Performance Medical
Brighton, MA
Women’s Health, Sports and Performance Medical (WHSP) is an integrated team of providers including sports medicine physicians, registered...
Excel Orthopaedic Specialists
Woburn, MA
Our team of fellowship-trained surgeons will work with you on the road to improving your daily life. At Excel, our mission is simple: to...
Michigan (2)
Michigan Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
Royal Oak, MI
Based in Royal Oak, Michigan, this orthopedic / surgery practice focuses on hypermobility and pelvic floor dysfunction. We have multiple...
Michigan Orthopaedic Rehabilitation - Troy
Troy, MI
Based in Troy, Michigan, this orthopedic / surgery practice focuses on hypermobility and pelvic floor dysfunction. We have multiple...