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For the most part it can be. Just depends on the person. Some people get it at an older age some people when they are kids.

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What is a condition often referred to as being double-jointed?

hypermobility. your welcome :)


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Is hypermobility dominant or recessive?

Hypermobility is typically considered a dominant trait, which means that it only requires one copy of the gene associated with hypermobility to be expressed. However, there can be variations in the inheritance pattern depending on the specific underlying genetic cause of hypermobility.


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What is the condition which allows the human thumb to move in two directions?

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How many people in the US are double jointed?

There is no specific data on the number of people in the US who are double-jointed, as it is not a medical condition but rather a colloquial term to describe individuals with hypermobility in their joints. Hypermobility varies in severity and prevalence among different population groups.


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