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*Spinal Tap ... Spinal Tap ... brain, spinal cord, and related structures. Lumbar Puncture A lumbar puncture is also called a ... diseases in your brain, spinal cord, and related structures. A lumbar puncture can also be used to ... 83316;lumbar puncture;lp;spinal tap;CSF leak;spinal fluid

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

Spinal Cord Injury ... A spinal cord injury can cause reduced feeling and movement in certain parts of the body ... fused vertebrae The spinal cord runs through the center of the vertebrae from the base of the brain ... 41171;Understanding Spinal Cord Injury (SCI);understanding SCI;understanding Spinal cord injury;spinal cord injury

, 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

spinal cord and nerves. This is done through a soft tube (catheter). The catheter is put in the ... the spinal cord and nerves. This is done through a soft tube (catheter). The catheter is put in the

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

insulation around the nerves. NMO mainly affects the spinal cord and the optic nerves—the nerves that ... nerves. Specifically, the myelin cells in the spinal cord and optic nerves are attacked. Usually, people

body. Nerves spread out from the spinal cord. They send and receive this information. They exit the ... foramen and compress the nerve leaving the spinal cord. Conditions that can cause spinal stenosis

*Spinal Cord Injury ... protected by the bones of your spine. The spinal cord nerves carry messages between the brain and the ... Car accidents, falls, sports injuries, and gunshot wounds cause most spinal cord damage ... 85319;Spinal Cord Injury (acute);spinal Cord Injuries;Spinal Cord Trauma;Spinal Cord Traumas;acute spinal cord injury;spinal cord injury, acute

*Brain Tumor Intro ... brain and spinal cord The brain is an important organ that controls thought, memory, emotion ... regulate our body. The spinal cord is a large bundle of nerve fibers and cells that extends from the base ... cancer;tumors;oncology;brain;pathophysiology;secondary;primary;17824-1

*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

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

consists of the brain and spinal cord. Peripheral nervous system. This consists of the peripheral ... nerves and the autonomic nerves. The main organs of the nervous system include: Brain

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

? 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

buildup of CSF in the brain Damage to nerves or muscles Paralysis Problems with the spinal cord ... the brain and the spinal cord, a shunt may be needed. A shunt is a tube put in the brain to drain

, 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

). This checks the health of the fluid around the brain and spinal cord. This fluid is called ... spinal cord to the rest of the body. With GBS, your child may feel weak and achy. Your child’s face

You have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease of the brain, the spinal cord ... diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). This is a disease of the brain, the spinal cord, or both. MS

disease that causes pain or loss of function in the nerves that carry signals to and from the brain and ... the spinal cord to the chest, shoulder, arms, and hands. This condition usually affects just one side