The Benefits of Cognitive Therapeutic Exercise in Symptomatic Arnold-Chiari Syndrome Type I: A Case Report on Gait, Balance, and Pain Management.

Background: Chiari malformation is a rare congenital condition in which the cerebellar tonsils herniate through the foramen magnum, causing symptoms related to compression of the surrounding structures. Rehabilitation plays a key role in the pre- and post-operative management of the syndrome, as it can improve strength, range of motion, motor coordination, pain management, and performance of activities of daily living.

Methods: This article presents the case of a 43-year-old woman with Chiari malformation 1B who underwent resection of the filum terminale.