
Hypermobile Syndrome Support Group
Hypermobile syndrome is characterized by the ability to move a joint beyond normal range. People with hypermobility syndrome may develop other conditions caused by their lax connective tissues. These conditions include Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), varicose veins, flat feet, scoliosis, sprains, tendonitis, and bursitis.
As for the degenerative disc disease, I think it might be worth asking if that can be related, since I know that other back issues such as prolapsed discs and scoliosis (which my brother has) can be the result of years with untreated HMS.
JBEAN