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Krembil Neuroscience Centre (KNC)
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This is not an exhaustive list, but includes some of the terminology commonly used in the assessment and treatment of neurological disorders. To view this glossary simply click on the corresponding letter below:
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Cerebral aneurysm
A bulge or balloon like dilatation/swelling of the wall of a blood vessel in the brain. It is a weakening in the wall with a propensity to rupture.
Central nervous system (CNS)
brain and Spine cord
Cervical
The neck region of the spine containing the first seven vertebrae.
Cognitive disorders
Cognitive disorders include memory impairment, concentration difficulties
Coma
A state of unarousable unresponsiveness with closed eyes, no speech, and no purposeful movements.
Complex partial seizure
A seizure in which there is a loss of awareness and the person appears dazed and confused. The person will exhibit meaningless behaviours such as random walking, mumbling, head turning, or pulling at clothing. The person cannot recall these behaviours after the seizure.
Computerized rotational chair
Tests vestibulocular reflex by measuring an individual's eye adjustments in response to movements of the head.
Concussion
A traumatic, closed head injury that results in temporary impairment of neurological function.
Coccyx
The region of the spine below the sacrum. It is also known as the tailbone.
