Your cervical spine is the first seven stacked vertebral bones of your spine. This region is more commonly called your neck.

In tetrapods, cervical vertebrae (sg.: vertebra) are the vertebrae of the neck, immediately below the skull. Truncal vertebrae (divided into thoracic and lumbar vertebrae in mammals) lie caudal …

This overview article discusses the cervical spine’s anatomy and function, including movements, vertebrae, discs, muscles, ligaments, spinal nerves, and the spinal cord.

Sep 27, 2024 · The cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae and acts as bony protection for the spinal cord. This is important because injuries to the spinal cord can be devastating and result …

Nov 10, 2025 · Cervical has many uses in medical terminology and can apply to the neck, the cervix, and sometimes to other neck-like structures. Learn what it means.

Introduction The cervical spine is the most mobile region of the spine and enables the head with its sensory organs of sight, hearing and smell to be oriented independently from the trunk. The …

Nov 6, 2025 · The second cervical vertebrae (C2) is known as the axis. In this article, we shall look at the anatomy of the cervical vertebrae – their characteristic features, articulations and …

Cervical pain, also known as neck pain, is a common condition that affects many individuals. It refers to discomfort or soreness in the neck area, usually caused by muscle strain, poor …

Jan 5, 2026 · This Viewpoint discusses past cervical cancer screening guidelines and presents new Women’s Preventive Services guidelines issued by the US Department of Health and …

Apr 5, 2024 · Learn about cervical spine anatomy, diseases and conditions which may affect the cervical spine and what treatments neurosurgeons can provide.