myelopathy
/ˌmaɪəˈlɑpəθi/
noun
- A medical condition that affects the spinal cord, often causing weakness, numbness, or trouble moving.
- Myelopathy can result from a herniated disk pressing on the spinal cord.
- The doctor diagnosed her with myelopathy after she had trouble walking.
- Physical therapy helps some patients manage the symptoms of myelopathy.