spinal

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The myelin sheath is a protective coating that surrounds nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

Holmes, originally from Northern Ireland, has previously spoken about various health issues, including spinal surgery, a double hip replacement, and his struggles walking and using a mobility scooter.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

The former This Morning host has talked previously about various health issues including spinal surgery, a double hip replacement, and his struggles walking and using a mobility scooter.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

Scotland-based osteopath Gavin Routledge, who has teamed with renowned golf coach Gary Nicol in developing a treatment program for spinal injuries, views Woods’ medical history as particularly telling.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

His scales were black, his eyes and horns and spinal plates blood- red.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin