Show Notes
In the first-ever Help! I'm Hypermobile episode, Alex discusses her journey from being a young person struggling with symptoms relating to hypermobile connective tissue to becoming a highly sought-after specialist in the field. She also goes over everything she wishes hypermobile people knew (in less than 10mins!) and shares some exciting new announcements.
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Best wishes in health and everything else,
Alex
Hypermobility + Sports Specialist Osteopath M. Ost. BA (Hons)
G.OsC. Reg. 10375
Director of Active Ambition Ltd.
Creator of The Hypermobility Helpline
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