neck (
nek)
1. cervix or collum; the constricted part connecting the head and trunk.
2. the constricted part of an organ or other structure.
anatomical neck of humerus a constriction of the humerus just below its proximal articular surface.
bladder neck a constricted portion of the urinary bladder, formed by the meeting of its inferolateral surfaces proximal to the opening of the urethra.
neck of femur the heavy column of bone connecting the head of the femur and the shaft.
Madelung's neck diffuse symmetrical lipomas of the neck.
surgical neck of humerus the constricted part of the humerus just below the tuberosities.
neck of tooth the narrowed part of a tooth between the crown and the root.
neck (n k)n.1. The part of the body joining the head to the shoulders or trunk. 2. A narrow or constricted part of a structure, as of a bone or organ, that joins its parts; a cervix. 3. The part of a tooth between the crown and the root. |
neck a constricted section, such as the part of the body that connects the head with the trunk. Other such constrictions are the neck of the humerus and the neck of the uterus.
neck [
nek]
1. the constricted part connecting the head with the trunk of the body.
2. the constricted part of an organ or other structure; called also
cervix and
collum.
anatomic neck of humerus the constriction of the
humerus just below its proximal articular surface.
bladder neck a constricted portion of the urinary
bladder where its inferolateral surfaces meet at the opening of the
urethra.
neck of femur the heavy column of bone connecting the head of the
femur and the shaft.
Madelung's neck diffuse symmetrical lipomas of the neck.
surgical neck of humerus the constricted part of the
humerus just below the tuberosities.
webbed neck a thick skin fold on the side of the neck, from the mastoid region to the acromion. Called also
pterygium colli.
neck
a constricted portion, such as the part connecting the head and trunk of the body, or the constricted part of an organ, as of the uterus (cervix uteri) or other structure.
neck banda band worn around the neck of a dairy cow, attached to which is a name or number plate or plaque.
neck chainused to tether dairy cows in standing stalls in enclosed barns; attached to the cow by a leather or webbing neck band.
neck collara part of most horse draft harnesses, providing a point of attachment for plow chains or cart or buggy harness. Made of leather stuffed with straw and lined with felt, it closes over the top of the neck, just in front of the withers, lies on the front of the shoulder and is a support for the hames to which the traces or chains are actually attached. Pressure from a badly fitted collar can cause suprascapular nerve paralysis or sweeny.
ewe necka concave neck; a fault in conformation in most species except sheep.
femoral neckthe column of bone connecting the head of the femur and the shaft.
neck flexionabnormal presentation of the fetus, with the neck flexed and its dorsal flexure at the pelvis.
humeral neckthe constriction of the humerus just distal to its head.
neck lesionsresorption of tooth structure around the cemento-enamel junction. See also
odontoclastic resorption.
cervical line lesions.
tooth neckthe narrowed part of certain teeth, between the crown and the root.
uterine neck, neck of uteruscervix uteri.
neck Medtalk Any constricted part of an elongated structure–eg, neck of an organ–eg, uterine cervix. See Bottleneck,
Bull neck, Frog neck, Genetic bottleneck, Gooseneck, Microscopist's neck, Swan neck,
Webbed neck,
Wryneck.
Patient discussion about neck. Q. I have been suffering from back pain for the past two months. I have tried several treatments. Any ideas? I don't have a history of back pain. I started to experience pain in my shoulders, neck and upper back about two months ago. Prior to the condition I started to work out with a personal trainer, but I felt good for three months, so the doctor and I don't think there is a connection. I tried many types of massages, chiropractic treatment, and Acupunctures. I also went to an orthopedic MD. The doctor prescribed Arxocia for ten days and another round of Arxocia pills . I still have pain in my shoulders and neck. Any ideas what can I do. The doctor says it's nothing serious and that it's called upper back pain and that it will pass with time. Any ideas to ease the pain and treat this?
A. I was at working at a hospital and caught a patient. I had muscle strains and tears. The dr. said that would take 6-8 weeks to heal. After six weeks I still had severe intense pain in neck, shoulders, middle,upper back, and occasional tingling down my right arm. I went to a physical therapist whom tried to help me get through the pain. I was moving along quite nicely, when we decided it was time for me to start lifting weights and getting strenght nack again. My upper back pain sky rocketed! My right arm tinglin got worse, and would turn numb. It then turned blu and purple. I went back to dr. and I ended uo having thoracic outlet syndrome. I had a right rib resection to relieve this. I am 8 weeks post-op and doing great. I am in physical therapy again and have just started lifting weights. My upper back pain and neck pain are very minimal now. I did alot of research on thoracic outlet syndrome. Lots of men get it from body building. The muscles get so tight. you might have it.
Q. How can I get my doctor to believe me about my back and neck pain and the numbness in my hand? My doctor referred me to a pain clinic and I waited 2 months for the appointment. So i went to the appointment and the doctor was very short with me and asked me why I was there even though I had just given my complete history to his nurse 5 minutes earlier. i said I wanted to know what was wrong with my back and if it could be fixed. He said we don't do that here and looked at a cat scan of my neck from a year and a half prior and an x ray of my back from 4 months prior. He said there is nothing wrong with me and told me to have a nice day. i asked if he could at least send me for an MRI and he gave me a prescription for one and said his nurse would make the appointment for me. I'm still waiting for the appointment. The other thing is is that I am on medicaid and filed for disability because I can not work. I just can't find a doctor to help me. I'm very frustrated.
A. Since you were hurt in an accident and it could well be the source of your pain and numbness. The initial x-ray right after the accident may appear to be normal but joints that were impacted during the accident could start to shift overtime. You need to talk to your family doctor or see an chiropractor who can send you for a x-ray or MRI. I was in a minor car accident over 10 years ago and the pain and numbness only showed after around 7 years after the accident. I went to the hospital for checkup and x-ray at the time of the accident and everything was normal but then things got worse over time and 7 years later the x-ray showed that a piece of my neck-bone was out of place which pinched on a nerve and caused the numbness on my arms and sometimes I couldn't even use a computer mouse or raise my arm high. Chiropractor couldn't help me, he could only relief the pressure that built up on my neck for a few hours but it returned. I went to see a Chinese doctor, and all he did was phy
Q. i have just notices some grey spots on my neck that keep showin up, im 21 and have no clue what they are? they are not that big and very in size and i dont know what they are. i dont think that they are aging spots at all and they have a slight texture to them. they dont bumb out a all though.
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