Cervical-spine Definition

noun
(anatomy) The five vertebrae below the skull that protect the spinal cord.
Car accidents lead to many cervical spine injuries and various levels of paralysis.
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Noun

Singular:
cervical-spine
Plural:
cervical-spines

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Cervical-spine Sentence Examples

  • His doctor diagnosed a soft tissue or mild whiplash injury to his cervical spine.

  • Injections are commonly given in the lumbar region, sacroiliac region, thoracic and cervical spine.

  • Repeat cervical spine x-rays as needed for Special Olympic participation.

  • In rare instances, such as a spinal fluid blockage in the middle of the back, a physician may perform a spinal tap in the cervical spine.

  • The most common injury level for the five to 13 age group is the high cervical spine (C1-C4).

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