Neurology & Neurosurgery
Diagnosis & Treatment of Chiari Malformation
Chiari malformation can be linked to certain birth defects, so children born with these defects are usually tested to see whether they might also have a Chiari malformation. Most people with Chiari malformation (usually type I) appear healthy. So the diagnosis can come as a surprise and often follows testing, examination, or treatment for another […]
High Quality Spinal Care That Will Save You Some Bones
With so much talk about the rising costs of medical care, it’s refreshing to hear about a surgeon and hospital working together to raise care levels while lowering costs. John T. Smith, orthopedic surgeon at Primary Children’s Hospital, was recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of 10 Spine Surgeons Leading Spine Outcomes & Cost-Effectiveness Registries. […]
Signs & Symptoms of Chiari Malformation
In a previous blog post, we talked about the basics of Chiari Malformation. Many kids with type I Chiari malformation have no signs and symptoms and don’t even know that they have a malformation. They find out about it only when they’re tested for another problem. But if a Chiari malformation is severe enough to […]
What is Chiari Malformation?
A Chiari malformation is a brain abnormality that affects the lower part of the brain, called the cerebellum. Many kids with this abnormality don’t know they have the condition because they never have symptoms, and therefore aren’t bothered by it. But if you’re reading this, chances are your child probably has some symptoms associated with […]