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Veterinarians in Sierra Vista | Southern Arizona Equine

Dr. Dusti Prentice 520-678-5566 (voicemail) 520-508-1364 (emerg/ text) dr.prentice@sazequine.com

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Cervical Spine

As the skull protects the brain, the bony spine protects the spinal cord. The spinal cord passes through multiple vertebrae to provide a neurologic highway that connects the brain to the rest of the body. Muscles intimately attach to the spine and allow movement and activity. Disorders of the spinal column may involve the bony structures of the spinal column (e.g.: fractures, arthritis), the muscles that attach to it (e.g.: trauma), or the nerves that pass through (e.g.: Wobbler’s Syndrome). Symptoms of spinal injury include: pain along the spine, weakness, inability to walk or stand, and restlessness. Spinal injury requires immediate veterinary attention.

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Hours Monday 8:00am – 5:00pm Tuesday 8:00am – 5:00pm Wednesday 8:00am – 5:00pm Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

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