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cord. A spinal cord injury can prevent your brain and body from communicating normally. If you've ... with specialty education in the physical care and health promotion of people with spinal cord ... 3;Rehabilitation After a Spinal Cord injury

The nervous system is made up of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. These parts work ... cord make up the central nervous system. The nerves outside the brain and spinal cord make up the ... 40167;anatomy of the child's nervous system;child nervous system anatomy;nervous system anatomy, child

may do a variety of tests if they suspect NMO, such as: MRI scan of your brain and spinal cord ... insulation around the nerves. NMO mainly affects the spinal cord and the optic nerves—the nerves that

and Neck Pain Multiple Sclerosis Spinal Cord Injury Stroke Osteoporosis Repetitive Motion Injury Sports-Related Injuries ... Medicine and Rehabilitation Acquired Brain Injury Arthritis Burns Chronic Pain Back ... pulmonary disease, chronic pain, back pain, neck pain, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, stroke ... physical medicine, rehabilitation, acquired brain injury, arthritis, burns, chronic obstructive

each other and provide support and protection for your spinal cord. Your spinal cord is a column of ... bulges or herniates out can put pressure on a nerve root or on the spinal cord, causing symptoms such

nervous system consists of the brain, the spinal cord, and the nerves from these areas, as well as the ... system consists of the brain, spinal cord, 12 nerves that come from the brain, and the nerves that

, they form a canal that protects and supports the spinal cord. Nerves, called nerve roots, branch ... Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal narrows and pinches the nerves, resulting ... spinal stenosis; low back pain; back pain; spine; spinal cord; spinal canal; osteoarthritis; herniated disk; rheumatoid arthritis

and a sudden severe headache could be a symptom of a stroke. Call 911 right away if you think you ... the only cranial nerve that starts at the back of the brain. It has a longer path through the skull ... 619;Fourth Nerve Palsy

? In multiple sclerosis (MS), the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord ... spine. This may find areas of damage in your brain or spinal cord that suggest you may have MS

. 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

Neck and Throat Exam ... provider to muscle spasms or problems in your spinal column. These might be pinching a nerve and ... throat and neck during an office visit, it may seem like a brief and unimportant part of your exam. But ... neck and throat exam;neck and throat exam and lymph nodes;576

Understanding Stroke in Children ... ). Fluid around the brain and spinal cord (cerebrospinal fluid) may be examined for blood or signs of ... children? A stroke is a brain injury. It occurs when blood flow is interrupted to part of the brain ... stroke;stroke in children;heart problem;sickle cell disease;81;pediatric stroke; BE FAST

Anatomy, Brain ... heart and lungs. It also controls wakefulness. Spinal cord.  This is a large bundle of nerve ... (CNS) is the brain and spinal cord. The brain is an important organ. It controls thought, memory ... anatomy brain;anatomy human brain;brain illustration;brain picture;brain diagram;p02588

spinal cord problem. What are the symptoms of neurogenic bladder in a child? Symptoms can be a bit ... muscles and nerves of the urinary system work together to hold urine in the bladder and then release it

areas of the brain or spinal cord) Radiation therapy (radiosurgery) Talk with your healthcare ... occur in the spinal cord or brain. They often occur as the body develops before birth or shortly after

brain and spinal cord. These images will help your healthcare provider look for signs of damage ... can lead to damage in and around the nerves in your brain and spinal cord. It can also damage nerves

Stroke, Arm Care After ... have a stroke need treatment for trouble with the muscles of their arm or shoulder, and shoulder ... (rehabilitation) and treatment. What are the risks of arm care after a stroke? If your arm is ... arm care after stroke;shoulder joint;stroke;shoulder dislocation;135, 310

. Your head aches because nerves in the bones, blood vessels, meninges, and muscles of your head are ... people. When you have a headache, it isn't your brain that's hurting. Irritated nerves send ... Headaches;migraine;tension;82146;What Are Migraine and Tension Headaches

The Parts of the Brain ... control centers for the heart and lungs. Spinal cord. A large bundle of nerve fibers located ... is the central nervous system (CNS)? The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord. The brain is an ... anatomy brain;anatomy human brain;brain illustration;brain picture;brain diagram;p00773

Cranial Nerve Palsies ... , infections, strokes, and brain tumors. Common symptoms can include weakness or loss of sensation in part ... brain and brainstem. This disorder can affect the ability of the face and eyes to feel and move