Welcome to the World ACM Association's ACM/syringomyelia support group. We are a group for and about those who suffer from Chiari Malformations with or without syringomyelia/syrinx. We offer information and support for those who are dealing with this complex condition. This is the place to discuss the various aspects of the disease, diagnosis and treatment. While we do promote private conversations and sharing of information, please verify the source and accuracy of this information and feel free to use the public forums to do so. Please help keep our messages on topic, and share your questions and answers freely.

We are the one and only Largest and best Chiari Support Site in the WORLD. There are many others, but just one who is #1. We also have the World's Largest and Most Informational Chiari Website receiving almost 36,000 hits a year. www.wacma.com

SPECIAL NOTICE: Our beloved Chip Vierow (Founder of WACMA) passed away on November 6, 2008. He was born September 2, 1960 and was just 48 years old. A few years before he had been diagnosed with NASH (Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis). He fought a strong and courageous battle and is sadly missed. (His death was NOT chiari related.)

Thank you for visiting.

Sandi Justin Vierow

"Mrs. Chip" in Minnesota

"Always Think Positive and Never Lose Your Sense of Humor." -Chip