spinal

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For years, doctors relied only on written memory tests, invasive spinal taps and expensive imaging to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

A spinal twist to the right, for instance, while doing a “thread the needle” pose, was far more difficult for me than it would be on land.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026

MND is a rare neurological condition which affects the brain and spinal cord, and can affect a person's ability to talk, walk and breathe.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

As a result, injuries to the brain or spinal cord often become permanent, leading to serious disabilities such as paralysis or loss of movement.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

They could use X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to locate the bullet, reveal the damage to his ribs and vertebrae, and show that his organs and spinal cord were uninjured.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow