What is Syringomyelia?
It results from the formation of a fluid-filled cyst within the spinal cord.
Can physiotherapy help people with syringomyelia?
Yes. The goals of physiotherapy treatment are to stop the spinal cord damage from getting worse and to maximize functioning.
What are the causes of Syringomyelia?
It is caused by malformation of the brain called Chiari type 1 formation (CM1). It can also develop as a complication of the following condition:
Trauma
Meningitis
Haemorrhage
Tumour
Arachnoiditis
What are the symptoms of syringomyelia?
Pain and weakness in the back, shoulders, arms or legs
Headaches
Reduced skin sensations, such as not being able to feel extremes of heat and cold
Loss of sensation in the hands, including sensations of pain
Muscle atrophy (wasting), usually beginning in the hands and spreading to include the arms and shoulders
Severe pain in the shoulders and neck
Reduced bowel and bladder control common in the later stages
Sexual dysfunction
Dizziness
Uncoordinated movements and spasms
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