What does double-jointed hands mean?

The average person has between 20 and 30 joints in each hand. The joints allow for movement. There are seven types of hand joints. Some people may have extra joints in their hands, called hypermobility. Hypermobility is a condition that affects the connective tissue in the body. This means that the joints are more flexible than normal. This can cause their elbows, knees, hips, and feet to dislocate more easily. Overall, people with hypermobility have a higher risk for injury

What does double jointed fingers mean?

A person with double-jointed fingers is born with extra mobility in the joints of the hands and wrists, which allows them to bend their fingers more than most people. In most cases, these people are unaware that they have extra joints in their hands, and people who are born with them are often unaware of it as well. However, some people with this trait are born with a “hypermobility” that allows them to stretch their fingers to almost impossible positions.

What does double jointed arm mean?

A person with a double jointed hand is born with two extra bones in the upper arm or forearm. These bones usually fuse together during childhood. This condition does not affect the strength or mobility of the hand. If you notice an unusual bump between your wrist and forearm, it could be a double jointed hand.

What does double jointed wrist mean?

The most common form of double-jointed hands is called hypermobility. It's actually quite common, with an estimated 2 in every 20 people having joint issues. Hypermobility refers to the ability of a joint to move more than it's supposed to. This can be limited to a specific joint, or to multiple joints. One example of a hypermobile joint is the one between the thumb and index finger. If you have this problem, you are likely to be able to bend your thumb

What is double jointed hands mean?

We all have different types of joints in our hands. A joint is a type of hinge that allows one part of your body to move relative to another part. A flexible joint allows movement in more than one direction whereas a rigid joint limits the amount of movement it can have. People who have double jointed hands are those who have two or more joints that have a limited range of motion. When people have more than one joint that is unable to move freely or to hold its position, this is known