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At Osteopathic Consultancy, we provide expert Osteopathic treatment for hypermobility-related pain in Frimley, Camberley and Farnborough. Hypermobility means that joints move more than usual. While this can be beneficial in some situations, it can also lead to instability, fatigue, and ongoing discomfort.
Our focus is on helping you improve stability, manage symptoms, and build long-term control of your condition. With over 26 years of clinical experience, 69,000 consultations, and more than 7,000 patients treated, we provide trusted, results-focused care for hypermobility and related issues.
Multiple joints
Muscle fatigue
Stability and balance
Posture and movement
Ability to exercise or stay active
One commonly used way to assess joint hypermobility is called the Beighton Score. This is a simple screening tool that looks at how flexible certain joints are. You are given a score out of 9 based on whether you can perform specific movements.
Little finger bends back beyond 90 degrees
Thumb can touch the forearm
Elbows bend backwards (hyperextend)
Knees bend backwards (hyperextend)
Able to place hands flat on the floor with straight legs
0–3: Lower range of flexibility
4–6: Moderate hypermobility
7–9: High level of hypermobility
A higher score suggests greater joint flexibility.
However, it is important to understand that the Beighton Score is only a guide. Some people may have hypermobility in certain areas but not score highly overall, while others may score highly without symptoms.
Increased joint flexibility
Joint instability
Frequent injuries or dislocations
Ongoing pain and fatigue
Muscles have to work harder to support joints
Fatigue builds more quickly
Movement becomes less efficient
Pain and discomfort can develop over time
The more issues you develop, the harder the muscles need to work.
If ligaments have been strained or weakened over time, this increases the demand further. The more deconditioned or unfit the body becomes, the harder those muscles have to work even for simple tasks.
Ongoing fatigue
Muscle tightness
Reduced tolerance to activity
Difficulty progressing exercise
Improving symptoms with hypermobility requires a steady and consistent approach.
Trying to do too much too quickly can overload the muscles and lead to setbacks.
Building strength gradually
Improving control and coordination
Avoiding sudden increases in activity
Allowing time for adaptation
Hypermobility is not just about flexibility.
It requires a balance between:
Mobility
Strength
Stability
Posture
Focusing only on stretching without improving stability can often make symptoms worse. A balanced approach is essential.
Core stability plays a vital role in supporting the spine and overall movement. In hypermobility, this becomes even more important. Improving core strength and control helps to:
Consistency is more important than intensity.
Support joints more effectively
Reduce strain on muscles
Improve posture
Increase confidence in movement
Managing hypermobility is about long-term consistency.
Maintain regular, appropriate exercise
Avoid overloading the body
Build strength gradually
Be aware of posture and positioning
Stay consistent with routines
Long-term management is key to maintaining progress.
Movement patterns
Joint stability
Muscle function
Posture and daily habits
Our approach focuses on improving stability and reducing strain on the body. Hands-on Osteopathic treatment may help reduce muscle tension and improve movement.
Targeted rehabilitation exercises
Core stability work
Strength and conditioning
Postural advice
Guidance on pacing and activity
Some patients with hypermobility feel they have to simply live with their symptoms.We take a structured and supportive approach, focusing on what can be improved.
We combine:
Osteopathy
Rehabilitation principles
Movement-based approaches
Clinical Pilates (APPI)
Your care may include:
Hands-on Osteopathic treatment
Rehabilitation exercises
Core stability training
Strength and conditioning
Guidance on returning to normal activity
Our aim is simple – To help you feel stronger, more stable, and more in control of your body
For some patients, this means:
Reduced pain and fatigue
Improved stability
Better tolerance to activity
Increased confidence in movement
Years experience
Consultations
Patients treated
Highly reviewed
We invest heavily in training and development to ensure consistent, high-quality care across our team. Consistency leads to excellence. Excellence leads to results.
Hypermobility means joints move more than usual due to increased flexibility in the supporting structures.
