Besides the possibility of heat cramps, heat exhaustion, or heat stress, hot and humid weather can be extremely fatiguing. Avoid very hot weather whenever possible. Some people with EDS appear to be sensitive to the direct sun and should try to avoid or limit exposure. Poorly Fitting or Poorly Chosen Gloves Gloves are often necessary and can be protective. However, when we choose the wrong gloves or they do not fit well, they become potential risk factors or stressors.
Most gloves add bulk and can actually increase the amount of force necessary to do a task.
For example, try wearing gloves while writing. Even thin ones can cause you to use more force than without gloves. Likewise, gloves can interfere with the ability to feel and therefore, can throw off your ability to judge how much force is needed. If gloves are too small, they can actually cut off circulation and increase fatigue. If they are too large, they can interfere with tactile ability and add force, another risk factor, to your task.