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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) has proven no boundary for a Tiverton youngster who has been recognised nationally for her achievement.

Emilia Cuthbertson, 6, suffers with a rare condition, EDS, which effects the connective tissues in her body and gives herfragile skin that can split easily – especially over the forehead, knees, shins and elbows, it effects joint hypermobility, loose unstable joints that dislocate easily and it can make her fatigued more easily than most.

Despite her condition, Emilia, who lives in Willand and attends Sampford Peverell Primary School, has been able to take part in classes at New Dawn Martial Arts on Angel Hill after joining eight months ago. On Saturday, April 22, she was recognised at the British Martial Arts Awards, winning the prize for outstanding achievement.