To prevent secondary complications(conditions that occur in the course of a disease as a result), physiotherapy is recommended. Prior to birth recognition of an affected fetus during pregnancy requires a plan involving multiple medical disciplines for a safe delivery for both mother and infant and to allow for an evaluation and possible treatment for hydrocephalus shortly after birth.Hydrocephalus: Surgery should be performed as needed, to shunt cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in order to reduce pressure inside the head (intracranial pressure). Intellectual Disability: The development of the individual should be monitored since the development outcomes are variable among affected individuals, educational programs are needed for these individuals. Adducted Thumbs: Surgical procedures are generally not required, a splint may reduce the degree of the adduction, and in milder cases tendon transfer may improve the thumb function.Spastic paraplegia: Currently there are no specific treatments to prevent or reduce neural degeneration. Treatments aim to reduce symptoms and improving balance, strength, and agility. Individuals should be evaluated periodically by a neurologist and physiatrist to evaluate progress made and to develop treatment strategies to maximize walking ability and reduce symptoms. The General guidelines for follow-up and treatment can be followed while monitoring the neurologic features of the condition. Treatment for spastic paraplegia usually involves exercise to: (1) improve and maintain cardiovascular fitness (The hearts ability to supply oxygen to the tissues) (2) reverse the reduced functional capacity (3) improve the mechanics of walking, and gait in general (4) Improve the individuals independence and sense of control.
Arachnodactyly ("spider fingers") is a medical condition that is characterized by fingers and toes that are abnormally long and slender, in comparison to the palm of the hand and arch of the foot. In some cases, the thumbs of an individual with the condition are pulled inwards towards the palm. This condition is present at birth. Causes
This feature can occur on its own with no underlying health problems, or it can be associated with certain medical conditions, including Marfan syndrome, Ehlers–Danlos syndromes, Loeys–Dietz syndrome, and homocystinuria. It is also seen in congenital contractural arachnodactyly, which is caused by mutation in the gene encoding fibrillin-2 on chromosome 5q23. Notable cases
It remains unconfirmed whether composer Sergei Rachmaninoffs abnormally large reach on a piano was a result of arachnodactyly due to Marfan syndrome, as the pianist exhibited no other signs of the disease.It is also uncertain if blues guitarist and vocalist Robert Johnsons long fingers were attributed to the disease also due to Marfan syndrome. See also
Marfanoid

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