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Transverse myelitis is inflammation and scarring of the spinal cord that causes pain and ... neurological condition. It happens when the spinal cord becomes inflamed. This inflammation can

Newborn Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a fluid that circulates through the brain and spinal cord ... the opening between your baby's ventricle and spinal cord is partially blocked. The blockage is often ... 88215;treatment for hydrocephalus in the newborn;cerebrospinal fluid;csf;brain;ventricles;causes of ... hydrocephalus;treating hydrocephalus;procedures to treat hydrocephalus;spinal tap;ventricular tap

type of surgery that treats problems of the brain and nerves. Endovascular neurosurgery is a ... to treat spinal problems. These include fractures, tumors, compressed nerves, and other conditions ... neurosurgery;radiology;catheters;spinal cord;minimally invasive;39

conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Neurosurgeon.  This is a healthcare provider ... who treats the brain and spinal cord. Ophthalmologist.  This is a healthcare provider who

degeneration of nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain. It is often referred to as Lou Gehrig ... degeneration of nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain. ALS affects voluntary control of arms and ... Lou Gehrig disease;Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis;ALS;P00771;neurological disorder

information from the skin, bones, muscles, and organs back to the brain. An acute spinal cord injury ... dye is injected into the spinal fluid. X-rays are then taken of the spinal cord and nerves. The dye ... acute spinal cord injury;quadriplegia;paraplegia;spinal cord contusion;spinal cord transection;p02590

muscles and glands In addition to the brain and spinal cord, principal organs of the nervous system ... system (consisting of the brain and spinal cord) and the peripheral nervous system (consisting of all ... Anatomy Nervous System, Anatomy Brain, Neurological Diagnostic Tests, Brain Tumors, Neurological ... Congenital Disorders, Neurological Hereditary Disorders, Neurological Disorders Newborn, Headaches

just below the kneecap. That causes a signal to travel along a nerve to your spinal cord. There a ... located in the spinal cord. But some are in the motor centers of your brain. They work to protect your ... 562;reflexes;reaction and reflexes;brain and reflexes

conditions, such as spinal cord injuries. RTs work in many rehab (rehabilitation) settings. These ... Respiratory therapists help treat and restore function for people with airway and breathing ... rehabilitation;rehab;respiratory therapist;p01177

neurological exam to see if any parts of the nervous system (the brain, spinal cord, and related ... support the head and help protect the spinal cord. A neck fracture may be a minor hairline crack, or ... Neck fracture;cervical fracture;spinal cord;vertebrae;61110

Neurological Tests, Overview ... , including the brain, bones, muscles, fat, and organs. CT scans are more detailed than general X-rays ... studies evaluate and diagnose disorders of the nerves, muscles, and motor neurons. Electrodes are ... Neurological Diagnostic Tests;Electroencephalogram;EEG;Spinal Tap;Lumbar Puncture;Neurological Examination;p02597

provide cushioning and support. Large nerves called nerve roots leave the spinal cord through small ... body. The signals are sent to and from your brain through the spinal cord. In some people, the ... 90373;Foraminotomy;neurology;orthopedics;pain management;vertebrae;vertebra;spinal cord;spinal

ligaments and muscles, which keep the spine stable. The spinal cord runs within the spine. Spinal ... correct answer is The spinal cord is part of the central nervous system (the brain is the other

Spinal Cord Injury Upper Limb Care ... rest of your body. Spinal Cord Injury (SCI): Upper Limb Care For people with a spinal cord ... and pressure relief. Over time, these actions can strain the upper limbs. Muscles, bones, and joints ... 41185;Spinal cord injury (SCI): upper limb care;spinal cord injury, upper limb care;SCI, upper limb care

*Spinal Cord Anatomy ... Made up of bundles of nerves, the spinal cord carries signals from your body to your brain ... internal organs, trunk, and arms and legs. The spinal cord is made up of bundles of nerves cells and ... 89;spinal cord, central nervous system;nerve signals;cerebrospinal fluid;meninges

What do Orthotists and Prosthetists Do? ... parts have been weakened by injury, disease, or disorders of the nerves, muscles, or bones. An ... is used to stabilize the neck. It also prevents more damage to the spinal cord after injury ... rehabilitation;rehab;orthotist;prosthetist;P01166

Brain Tumors: Your Healthcare Team and Common Terms ... *Brain Tumors Team Common Terms ... means dead tissue. Nervous system.  This is the brain and spinal cord, and the nerves ... diagnoses and treats diseases of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. Neuro ... 83350;Brain Tumors: Team Members and Commons Terms;common terms, brain tumors;healthcare team, brain tumors

bundle of nerves that carries messages back and forth from your brain to your muscles and other soft ... between the vertebrae and out to your muscles. Spinal cord compression can occur anywhere from

. Dermatomes What is a dermatome? Your nervous system is made up of your nerves, spinal cord, and brain ... head to your spinal cord and then to your brain. When healthcare providers are trying to diagnose a

normally, nerves tell certain muscles when to tense up and when to relax. Nerves in the spinal cord ... the rectum and anus control or release stool. These nerve and muscle processes allow urine and feces