A member asked:

Elbow doesn't sit right. if arms extend straight palms flat iner elbow faces up. no trama. just noticed when stretching. no pain. stiff movement.

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Dr. Laurence Badgley answered

Specializes in General Practice

Hyper extension: Hyperextension of the elbow in a young female suggests joint hypermobility syndrome (jhs). Other signs (per brighton criteria for jhs) include ability to bend over & put palms on floor & touch thumb to inside of arm. Jhs of no great concern except joints have greater than normal potential for injury from severe physical trauma & evolution of fibromyalgia. Study yoga & avoid extreme sports.

Answered 12/10/2013

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