The glossopharyngeal nerve, which is also called the ninth cranial nerve, has both sensory (sensation) functions and motor (movement) functions in the body, as well as specialized sensory function ...

New fluorescent drug lights up nerve tissue under special imaging equipment, giving surgeons a visual edge during procedure.

The trochlear nerve is the fourth of 12 cranial nerves that emerge from the brain and extend down the head, neck, and torso. Cranial nerves help control sensory innervation: i.e., the ability to ...

Pinched nerves are uncomfortable, no matter where they happen in the body. A pinched nerve in the neck, though, can be downright excruciating. Most everyday movements require you to move your neck ...

Understanding oculomotor nerve anatomy and symptoms of oculomotor nerve injury can help protect your vision. ... neck, and torso. The oculomotor nerve controls important muscles in your eye.

Vanderbilt Health at forefront of improving head and neck surgery with fluorescence imaging to ‘light up’ nerves A new study identified a safe and effective fluorescent imaging agent that can ...

A pinched nerve in the upper back can cause, pain, numbness, and tingling in that area and other parts of the upper body, which can be uncomfortable. Rest, medications, physical therapy, and ...