Term
| What is the Gross anatomy of the Spinal Cord? |
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Definition
• Part of the central nervous system.
• Approximately 45 cm (18 in.) in length.
• Extends from the foramen magnum to the first or second
lumbar vertebrae. |
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Term
| What are the regions of the spinal cord? |
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Definition
• Four regions (made from a total of 31 segments, correspond with spinal nerves)
• Cervical (C1-C8)
• Thoracic (T1-T12)
• Lumbar (L1-T5)
• Sacral (S1-S5)
• Each region contains tracts associated with that particular segment and those inferior to it. |
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Term
| What is Enlargements that is part of the spinal cord landmarks? |
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Definition
• Areas of the spinal cord where gray matter is increased because there are many interneurons for relaying sensory information and coordinating motor information.
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Term
| What is the Cervical enlargement that is part of the enlargement? |
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Definition
| - Provides innervation to pectoral girdle and upper limbs. |
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