Myelopathy

Pronunciation: /ˈɛmˈjɛˈɫoʊˈpɑˈðaɪ/

Myelopathy (noun)

  1. A condition where the spinal cord is harmed, causing problems with movement, feeling, or control of the body.
  2. A general term for symptoms that happen when the spinal cord does not work properly due to disease or injury.

Examples

  • Myelopathy can result from spinal cord damage.
  • Spinal cord damage may cause myelopathy.