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Sciatica - Glossary

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Last Updated on Nov 20, 2015

Glossary

Vertebrae: The bones of the spine

Spinal canal: The hollow formed by the vertebrae, which houses the spinal cord

Published on Nov 20, 2015
Last Updated on Nov 20, 2015

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