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hypermobility

noun/ˌhaɪpəməʊˈbɪlɪti/

C1CEFR level
75/100Rarity: rare
TechnicalRegister

An abnormally large range of movement at a joint beyond the usual limits.

Her generalised hypermobility meant we focused on stability and control rather than stretching.

Topic: Physiotherapy in Medical English

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