Lie on your back with the leg you want to exercise straight. The other knee should be bent to support your lower back. Tighten the muscle on the top of your thigh and lift to the level of your other knee. Slowly lower.
While it was originally believed that most vascular malformations are present at birth (congential), cavernous malformation lesions may develop throughout the lifetime of the affected individual. Other vascular malformations are not congenital, but are caused by trauma, radiation, or other injury to the spinal cord.
An arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a congenital defect between the arteries and veins. The condition affects the connection between these blood vessels, and disrupts the flow of blood between them. Although this defect can occur anywhere, AVMs are most common in the brain or spine. It is common for people not to know that they have an arteriovenous malformation for many years â or even until they reach adulthood. You may not know that you have an AVM in your brain until you experience symptoms. A ruptured AVM is a medical emergency. At UPMC, we are committed to finding the best treatment approach for you, maximizing the benefits of surgery while minimizing the risks.