Spinal cord

What does "Spinal cord" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The spinal cord is like a big cable of nerves running down the middle of your back. It's the pathway that your brain uses to communicate with the rest of your body, sending messages back and forth. It's protected by your spine, which is a column of bones stacked one on top of the other.

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