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Spinal Cord

The spinal cord is long, cylindrical rod present inside the neural canal of vertebral column. It is a part of central nervous system and controls reflex actions of the body.

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How much does it cost to surgically repair a dog's spinal cord?

Nothing, as it is impossible. Damage to the spinal cord (as opposed to just vertebrae) is irreparable with today's medical technology. This applies to both dogs and people.

What do the brain and the spinal cord together make up?

The brain and the spinal cord make up what is called the central nervous system.

What spinal canal diameter is a spinal stenosis indicator?

The spinal canal is usually more than 0.5 in (12 mm) in diameter. A smaller diameter indicates stenosis. The diameter of the cervical spine ranges is 0.6-1 in (15-12 mm). Any opening under 0.5 in (13 mm)in diameter is considered evidence of stenosis.

How are vocal cord nodules and polyps diagnosed?

The head and neck surgeon (otorhinolaryngologist) must see the vocal cords to diagnose these lesions

What is the word for AD when it coomes to a spinal cord injury?

In relation to spinal cord injuries, AD refers to Autonomic Dysreflexia.

Can you die from a spinal cord break?

Yes you can die from a spinal cord break. If you break your spinal cord then it will not let you move at all and you will slowly die.

Why am I so bruised after spinal fusion?

Bruises are one of the after effects of spinal fusion.

Where do most chordomas develop?

Chordomas develop on the skull or spinal cord.

Neuron type in dorsal root ganglian?

both afferent ( sensory) and efferent (motor)

Survival of an internal decapitation and or separation of skull from spinal cord spinal cord?

I believe the most recent numbers for the survival of atlanto-occipital dislocation, more commonly referred to as internal decapitation, are 98 out of 100 people die from this particular trauma. There are people who have survived though and there are invasive surgeries to reattach the skull back to the spine after dislocation.

Does anything go down your spinal cord when you eat?

Yes and no. Food goes down your esophagus when you eat. But, nerves go down your spinal cord constantly.

What is principle of final common path?

The principle of the final common path is:

Only one final common path (namely, each single motor neuron from the anterior gray horn of the spinal cord) conducts impulses to a specific motor unit within a skeletal muscle.