The portion of the spine that is located in the neck, consisting of seven vertebrae (C1 to C7). Spinal immobilization: A technique used to prevent movement of the spine in order to avoid further ...

It is protected by the vertebral column, a series of bones that surround and support it. In the cervical region, the spinal cord contains nerves that control movement ... Nonsurgical options include ...

Conservative treatment can include analgesics, a short course of steroids, avoidance of provocative activities, cervical traction, neck ... brace. An important and limiting complication of ...