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You can look up glossary definitions for back and neck injury and chronic pain terms beginning with the letter M, for example, muscle strength.
Myelogram
The myelogram is a diagnostic imaging technique used to confirm the presence of herniated disks, arthritis and more.
MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
MRI stands for magnetic resonance imaging. An MRI is a diagnostic imaging technique used by doctors to confirm suspected back problems that cause back pain.
Muscle Spasm
Muscle spasm occurs in large muscle groups after injury or strain to the back.
Myelopathy - A Condition Known as Myelopathy Affect sthe Spinal Cord
Definition of myelopathy - a that affects the spinal cord is known as myelopathy.
Motion Segment
Definition of motion segment
MicroArousal – Changes in Sleep State
Microarousals affect people with chronic pain by setting the stage or sleep disturbance.
Upper Motor Neuron
Definition of spinal cord term, upper motor neuron.
Muscle Fiber
Muscle fibers, myofibrils, and actin and myosin cause contraction of muscle tissue.
Meningitis and Spinal Meningitis
Meningitis, also known as spinal meningitis is an infection in some of the tissues of the brain. The type of meningitis makes a difference in the severity of the outcome of this disease. Learning the difference between bacterial meningitis and viral meningitis may save your life!
MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
MRI, or magnetic resonance imaging.
Musculoskeletal System
The musculoskeletal system is comprised of structures that provide stability to the moving body.
Muscle Strength - Glossary Definition for Muscle Strength
Muscle strength is one of the 4 components of physical fitness. Look up the glossary definition for this term, also known as hypertrophy.
