spinal cord
noun
: the cord of nervous tissue that extends from the brain lengthwise along the back in the spinal canal, gives off the pairs of spinal nerves, carries impulses to and from the brain, and serves as a center for initiating and coordinating many reflex acts see brain illustration
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The discovery could unlock new ways to treat nerve injuries and even restore growth in the brain and spinal cord.
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New Atlas, 13 July 2025
Marc Buoniconti became a quadriplegic following a spinal cord injury while playing in a 1985 college football game.
—Miami Herald, 3 July 2025
Patients of Drake can find inpatient rehab services for stroke, spinal cord injury, cardiac arrest or orthopedic trauma at other hospitals in the area, such as Christ Hospital and Encompass Health.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
About 1 in 150 people who are infected develop a severe illness affecting the central nervous system, such as encephalitis — the inflammation of the brain — or meningitis — inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 June 2025
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New Atlas, 13 July 2025
Marc Buoniconti became a quadriplegic following a spinal cord injury while playing in a 1985 college football game.
—Miami Herald, 3 July 2025
Patients of Drake can find inpatient rehab services for stroke, spinal cord injury, cardiac arrest or orthopedic trauma at other hospitals in the area, such as Christ Hospital and Encompass Health.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
About 1 in 150 people who are infected develop a severe illness affecting the central nervous system, such as encephalitis — the inflammation of the brain — or meningitis — inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 June 2025
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“Spinal cord.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spinal%20cord. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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