Spinal
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Medical Context
Predominantly used in medical or anatomical discussions about the backbone and related structures. The neurosurgeon specializes in spinal disorders.
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Not Interchangeable
'Spinal' refers specifically to the spine, not to be confused with general back problems. A spinal fracture is different from a muscle strain in the back.
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Spinal Variants
Other related terms include 'spinal cord', 'spinal column', and 'spinal nerve'. Spinal cord injuries can lead to paralysis.