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spinal accessory

 

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Noun spinal accessory has 1 sense
  1. accessory nerve, spinal accessory, nervus accessorius, eleventh cranial nerve - arises from two sets of roots (cranial and spinal) that unite to form the accessory nerve trunk
    --1 is a kind of cranial nerve

Definitions from the Web

Spinal Accessory

Noun: The spinal accessory, also known as the accessory nerve or cranial nerve XI, is a peripheral nerve that originates in the brain and controls the movement of certain muscles in the neck and shoulder.

Example Sentence: Damage to the spinal accessory may result in weakness or paralysis of the muscles responsible for head and shoulder movement.


Adjective: Pertaining to or relating to the spinal accessory nerve.

Example Sentence: The patient underwent spinal accessory nerve stimulation to improve muscle function in their neck and shoulder.


Popular Usage: In everyday language, spinal accessory is often used as a shorthand term for the spinal accessory nerve.

Example Sentence: If you experience persistent pain in your neck, it's essential to consult a specialist who can assess the health of your spinal accessory.


Local Meaning: In some specific regions or communities, spinal accessory may refer to a medical device or accessory used for treating spinal conditions.

Example Sentence: The local chiropractic clinic offers a range of spinal accessories, including back braces and posture correctors.


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