by Jay Skyler- Nicknamed The White Jimi Hendrix by Anahiem, California's Metalhead Radio, Jay is one of the 21st century's most dynamic and innovative guitarists and educators and is currently the lead vocalist and guitarist for Rock 'n' Roll Villain Society.
For the patient with rheumatoid arthritis, the effects of the arthritis on the cervical spine can vary from minimal symptoms to life threatening pressure on the spinal cord that requires complex surgery to stabilize the spine and reduce the pressure on the spinal cord.
The cervical spine is the upper part of your spine that supports your neck. The cervical spine has seven vertebrae. The middle part of your back is your thoracic spine. It is made up of 12 vertebrae. The lumbar spine is your lower back and has five vertebrae. Spinal compression can occur in any of these areas.