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(lamina). This helps relieve compression of the spinal cord or the nerve roots that may be ... of the vertebral bone (lamina). This helps ease pressure on the spinal cord or the nerve roots that

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

, polio, and brain abscesses Trauma, such as brain and spinal cord injury Structural or ... cord tumors, peripheral neuropathy (such as Guillain-Barre syndrome and nerve pain), muscular

, muscle, joint, and tendon problems. A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in treating brain ... . Your risks vary based on your age and general health. Talk with your healthcare provider about which risks apply most to you. ... 90247;Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion;TLIF;orthopedics;spine surgery;spinal fusion;vertebrae repair;degenerative disk disease treatment

the front or bottom of the brain or top of the spinal cord. Understanding Endoscopic Endonasal ... the front or bottom of the brain or top of the spinal cord. A surgeon puts a thin tube (endoscope ... 90773;Endoscopic Endonasal Surgery;brain tumor;endoscope;pituitary tumor;cerebrospinal fluid;optic nerve;arteriovenous malformation;AVM

lining of the brain and spinal cord. Be sure to keep current with all recommended vaccinations and ... of the covering of the brain and spinal cord (they may include increasing neck stiffness, sensitivity ... 41059;cochlear implant surgery;cochlear implant;ear implant

is seen when the nerve injury is in the brain or the spinal cord. A reflex bowel problem is also ... leakage or incontinence. Nerve damage may be due to a brain or spinal injury or a health condition

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

nerves that go from the spinal cord down the arms and into the torso. What causes cervical ... vertebrae. The spinal cord runs through this canal. Nerves. These branch off the spinal cord. As they ... 90658;cervical radiculopathy;neck pain;cervical spine;nerve roots;poor posture;disk damage

. 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

, muscles, and nerves in and around your neck, as well as your spinal cord. Myelography. During ... form on your vertebrae where they rub together. Nerves attached to your spinal cord may have less

*Brain Tumor Ch ... spinal cord. It plays a part in controlling muscles and sensations from the body. Part of the brainstem ... that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. This may cause increased pressure in the skull. Optic ... Brain Tumors in Children;p02745

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

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

system consists of the brain, spinal cord, 12 pairs of nerves that come from the brain and brain stem ... , and the nerves that come from the spinal cord. The circulation to the brain, arising from the arteries ... neurological exam;mental status exam;motor function and balance exam;sensory exam;reflex exam

bladder and the brain. The nerves tell the brain when the bladder is full. The brain then sends signals ... (congenital), such as spina bifida Injury to or infection of the brain or spinal cord What are the

*Spinal Stenosis ... Understanding Spinal Stenosis ... surgery removes the bone and soft tissues of the spine that are pinching the nerves. Spinal ... Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal narrows and pinches the nerves. This ... spinal stenosis;spinal stenosis symptoms;spinal stenosis treatment;bone spurs;spinal canal;dm97

pressure off nerves in the low back, which eases symptoms. Laminotomy Laminotomy is a surgery ... , which eases symptoms. These surgeries are not cure-alls. But they are very good at reducing leg pain ... Neurosurgery;laminotomy;spinal surgery;or1043a;82371

rare, inherited disease. It damages the spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and the cerebellum part of the ... this time. But newer treatments are now being studied. Current treatments, such as surgery and

covering is called myelin. With MS, the myelin on nerves in the brain and spinal cord is damaged. The ... called lumbar puncture. It checks the fluid around your brain and spinal cord for signs of nerve sheath