Scleroderma facts. 1  Scleroderma is a disease of the connective tissue featuring skin thickening that can involve scarring, blood vessel problems, varying degrees of inflammation, and is associated with an overactive immune system. 2  CREST syndrome is a limited form of systemic sclerosis.
In Depth: Vertebra of the Neck. The cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae, which are the smallest and uppermost in location within the spinal column. Together, the vertebrae support the skull, move the spine, and protect the spinal cord, a bundle of nerves connected to the brain.All seven cervical vertebrae are numbered.he cervical spine consists of seven vertebrae, which are the smallest and uppermost in location within the spinal column. Together, the vertebrae support the skull, move the spine, and protect the spinal cord, a bundle of nerves connected to the brain. All seven cervical vertebrae are numbered.
Neck anatomy is a well-engineered structure of bones, nerves, muscles, ligaments and tendons. The cervical spine (neck) is delicateâhousing the spinal cord that sends messages from the brain to control all aspects of the bodyâwhile also remarkably strong and flexible, allowing movement in all directions. The neck is connected to the upper back through a series of seven vertebral segments. Watch: Cervical Spine Anatomy Video. The neck begins at the base of the skull and through a series of seven vertebral segments connects to the thoracic spine (the upper back).