Marfan Syndrome

Marfan Syndrome is a genetic disorder that basically destabilizes most if not all of the fascia (connective tissues) to varying degrees.

Unless you have advanced medical training, please use the following guidelines if you decide to have a session with a client who had this diagnosis:

• All stretching is strictly CONTRAINDICATED
• Gentle ROM without any elongation of tissue is generally safe and may be relaxing to the client but probably does not confer any other benefits.
• Client could benefit more from gentle stabilization training of all weight bearing joints followed by other joints and myofascia used in function.
• Medical precautions for any exercise must be cleared by a professional knowledgeable about Marfan Syndrome.

Further details about Marfan Syndrome can be found at https://www.marfan.org/about/marfan