Introduction to the Anatomy and

Physiology of the Spinal Cord

• — Introduce the unit and discuss the anatomy and
physiology of the spinal cord.
— Introduce the major components of the spinal cord
(such as the gray and white matter, nerve roots, etc).

• — Discuss the role of the spine in the body and the

importance of nerve pathways.

• — Introduce the concept of neurons and their

functions.
• 1. Describe the anatomy and physiology of the
spinal cord.2. Identify the major components
of the spinal cord.
• 3. Explain the role of the spine in the body.
• 4. Describe the importance of nerve pathways.
• 5. Explain the concept of neurons and their
functions.
• 1. What is the anatomy and physiology of the
spinal cord?2. What are the components of the
spinal cord?
• 3. What is the role of the spine in the body?
• 4. What are the functions of neurons?
• 5. How do nerve pathways play a role in the
body?