Nerves of the Back

Overview

The spinal cord is the central neural axis connecting the brain to the peripheral nervous system. This section introduces its structural organisation, segmental arrangement and role in sensory and motor transmission.

Key Structures

Content covers the internal structure of the spinal cord, including grey matter, white matter tracts and segmental organisation. The section also outlines major ascending and descending pathways relevant to back and limb function.

Clinical Relevance and Learning Focus

Understanding spinal cord anatomy is essential for lesion localisation, neurological examination and interpreting spinal imaging. This knowledge underpins assessment of trauma, compressive syndromes and systemic neurological conditions.