Doctor Explains Everything You Need to Know About Chiari Malformation

Most people don't know there are two very different types of Chiari, and treating the wrong one can lead to surgical failure. Learn how cranioservical instability can turn a standard Chiari decompression into a complex surgical situation requiring additional intervention. Understanding the difference between simple and complex Chiari could be critical before pursuing any surgical treatment. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and management on The Ehlers-Danlos Society website: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/what-is... __________________________ CHAPTERS 00:00 What Is Chiari Malformation 01:57 Why the Brain Drops and How It Happens 03:51 Symptoms and Warning Signs 05:54 How Chiari Is Diagnosed 07:17 EDS, Hypermobility and Cranioservical Instability 08:06 Surgical Options and When They Apply 09:05 Why Surgery Can Make Things Worse 10:07 Resources and Further Learning __________________________ HELPFUL LINKS: Ehlers-Danlos Society: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/ Health Professionals Directory: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/healthc... Centers of Excellence: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/centers... EDS Echo: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/echo/ Hypermobility 101: https://ehlers-danlos.org.nz/hypermob... Chronic Pain Partners: https://www.chronicpainpartners.com/ Bendy Bodies Podcast: https://www.bendybodiespodcast.com/ Unraveled Podcast:   / unraveledpod   Bobby Jones CSF: https://bobbyjonescsf.org/ Inspire: https://www.inspire.com/groups/eds-an... Leslie Russek - https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/leslie-... Jeannie De Bon: https://jeanniedibon.com/ David Saperstein - https://complexneurology.com/ Dr. Kaufman and Ruhoy -   / unraveledpod   ________________________ Follow Dr. Clair's Channels! Dr. Clair's YouTube Channel: ‪@DoctorClair‬ Dr. Clair's Instagram:   / dr.clairfrancomano   ________________________ #ehlersdanlos #hypermobility #ehlersdanlossyndrome #EDSsyndrome #EDS #genetic #dnatesting #genomics #functionalmedicine #holistichealth #genetictesting ____________________________ The information contained in the multimedia content ("Video Content") has been made available for informational and educational purposes only. The Video Content should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your physician or a qualified health provider for any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not ignore professional medical advice or delay seeking it based on the information provided in the Video Content. All liability for any direct, indirect, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising from the use of the Video Content is disclaimed. The Video Content is offered as is, without warranties.