General · 15 June 2026

UK hypermobility diagnosis takes up to 21 years

A new study suggests that people with hypermobility in the UK are facing incredibly long waits for a diagnosis. The research indicates that for some individuals, getting a proper diagnosis could take as long as 21 years. This lengthy delay was found in a study focusing on UK hypermobility sufferers.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 June 2026 at 5:44

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