Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.
I agree with your doctor. Split cord abnormality (
diastematomyelia) is generally a congenital condition, and presents with symptoms in early childhood. So, if you have remained almost asymptomatic till now, surgery may not be needed (not considering the risks involved in a
spinal cord surgery).
So, I think
physiotherapy is the way to go.
Please get back if you require any additional information.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad,
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