Ever notice your elbows bend backward past straight when your arms are extended? That’s called elbow hypermobility — and it’s a sign that your connective tissue is extra stretchy or unstable. ⁠ This isn’t just about being flexible — it’s often linked to collagen disorders, like hypermobility spectrum disorder or Ehlers-Danlos, and it’s shockingly common in women with Lipedema. ⁠ Why? Because Lipedema isn’t just fat — it’s a connective tissue disorder. ⁠ Your body may produce weaker collagen, mak