Understanding Hypermobility and EDS with Dr. Melissa Koehl

Understanding Hypermobility and EDS with Dr. Melissa Koehl

From Mikkipedia by Mikki Williden

May 26, 2026 · 1h 14m · Episode 470

About this episode

Mikki speaks with Dr. Melissa Koehl about hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, exploring its symptoms, diagnosis, and management strategies.

Save 20% on all Nuzest Products WORLDWIDE with the code MIKKIPEDIA at www.nuzest.co.nz , www.nuzest.com.au or www.nuzest.com Curranz Supplement: Use code MIKKIPEDIA to get 20% off your first order - go to www.curranz.co.nz or www.curranz.co.uk to order yours NZ listeners - save 10% off Calocurb by using the code Mikkipedia10 at www.calocurb.co.nz This week on the podcast, Mikki speaks to Melissa Koehl, a physical therapist and movement specialist living with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, who brings both clinical expertise and lived experience to the conversation. In this episode, Melissa breaks down what EDS actually is in practical terms, how it shows up day-to-day, and why so many people go years without a diagnosis. The discussion explores the difference between being naturally flexible and having true hypermobility, along with the often-overlooked symptoms like chronic pain, fatigue, and proprioceptive challenges. Melissa explains what’s happening beneath the surface with joint stability and connective tissue, and why traditional approaches to exercise can sometimes do more harm than good. The conversation then shifts into what actually works. From strength training and…

People in this episode

Host: Mikki Williden

Guest: Dr. Melissa Koehl

Topics covered

  • hypermobility
  • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
  • physical therapy
  • exercise
  • nutrition
  • chronic pain

Keywords

  • hypermobility
  • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
  • chronic pain
  • exercise
  • nutrition
  • physical therapy

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Nuzest, Curranz, Calocurb

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