The goals of treatment are to stop progression of spinal cord damage and to maximize functioning. Physical therapy may be needed to maximize muscular function. Untreated, the disorder is very slowly progressive but eventually results in severe disability. Call your health care provider if symptoms indicate syringomyelia may be present. There is no known prevention except preventing trauma to the spinal cord.
Prompt treatment reduces progression of the disorder.
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