For decades, spinal fusion has been one of the most common surgical solutions for degenerative disc disease. The procedure remains effective for many patients, but spine surgeons are increasingly ...
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Lumbar spine anatomy and function
The lumbar spine includes five vertebrae that help with mobility and stability. Lumbar vertebrae are larger because they carry the load from your head down to the lower spine. The lumbar spine has a ...
It has long been known that the identity of each vertebra is due to the activation of a class of genes called "Hox." Now, researchers in Portugal show that besides determining the identity of the ...
What Is the Cervical Spine? Where Is the Cervical Spine Located? A long, flexible column extending through most of your upper body, the spinal column consists of seven bones called vertebrae. The ...
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