Table 2 Frequencies of valid responses in the inquiry of signs and symptoms, musculoskeletal and systemic, related to joint hypermobility
From: Survey on joint hypermobility in university students aged 18–25 years old
Signs and symptoms | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
Contortionist tricks | 54 (15%) | 328 (85%) |
Ankle sprain | 118 (32%) | 255 (68%) |
Other ligament injuries | 55 (15%) | 309 (85%) |
Arthralgia | 122 (33%) | 252 (67%) |
Arthritis | 18 (5%) | 356 (95%) |
Frequent cramps | 143 (37%) | 243 (63%) |
Pain in the knees | 102 (27%) | 278 (73%) |
Cervical pain | 107 (28%) | 270 (72%) |
Dorsal pains | 111 (29%) | 268 (71%) |
Lower back pain | 176 (46%) | 206 (54%) |
Shoulder dislocations | 29 (8%) | 355 (92%) |
Patella dislocations | 16 (4%) | 362 (96%) |
Poor wound healing | 28 (7%) | 351 (93%) |
Fractures | 79 (20%) | 304 (80%) |