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Herniated Disc
The spine is formed by 24 interlocking bones called vertebrae. Between each pair of vertebrae is a disc, which is a capsule composed of an outer layer of tough connective tissue surrounding a soft, jellylike center. The discs absorb shock … Continue reading
C5 Vertebrae
In the cervical spine, the C5 vertebrae when misaligned, may also effect the vocal chords, neck glands, and pharynx. A viscero somatic reflex in this region may be expressed by symptoms of laryngitis, hoarseness, and sore throats.