The Hypermobile Client
Hyper-Mobility
Rebuilding Structure That’s Been Lost
Hyper-Mobile folks want to move- as we all do. They seek it out, sometimes more than others because of their common conditions: deficits in proprioception, lack of definition in space and time, pain as distraction. Movement relieves some of their symptoms but can also lead to injury. Strength based on a sound foundation is critical for the hyper-mobile client.
Understanding the structure is equally important. We teach you how to manage your own body, to recognize when you can make yourself feel better. When you can reduce your pain yourself, you will improve your life, and gain the confidence that comes from self-sufficiency. Once you learn to release the limited fascial tensions created in the body, you will learn the basic exercises you need to maintain your structure without much intervention. Recognize that for a period of time you will need training. We call it Essential Training. Anyone can benefit from this work, and we have found that the hyper-mobile find this essential to improving their lives.
In addition to 1-on-1 coaching, Arlene periodically hosts deep-dive workshops, such as her recent ‘Working with Hypermobility’ session (Feb 2026). This workshop helped local clients and providers understand the nuances of joint laxity.”
If you are interested in bringing this workshop to your group or booking a private consultation? Inquire here.
Understanding Dysfunctional, Hyper-mobile Fascia
Moving torsions; unexpected range of motion; unexpected painful restrictions to movement; locked rotational patterns, visceral dysfunctions; circulatory problems, immune system problems; neurological disorders; pain…pain…pain…fatigue…injuries…
Laxity at the major joints disrupts stability and structure. The long lines of fascia between the joints seem to attempt to create stability by tightening up. Fascia creates rigidity when forces are distributed unevenly, out of balance, or repetitively. Once anatomical alignments are weakened or distorted, forces are transmitted in directions the body doesn’t thrive in. Most importantly, the hyper-mobile client has layered, historical physical dysfunctions that are acquired over time. These layers must be unravelled to be truly understood and reversed when possible. Kyphosis proceeds forward shoulder which proceeds costochondritis, which proceeds gastroparesis…. On and On, depth by depth, of influential facscia web as the body twists and collapses, turns in on itself.
Fascia not only stores energy, but it can trap energy too. Moving becomes effortful because you are fighting a constant current of tight fascia that demands more energy to move than is normal. Body Flossing increases proprioception, reduces inflammation and frees you of chronic pain. Followed by specific training for hypermobile bodies can solidify your body and create stability.
Fascia moves or inhibits movement.
It is possible to change this cause of pain.