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The neck, also known in medical terms as the or collum , is a complex and vital transitional area of the human body that joins the head to the shoulders and torso. It acts as a primary highway for major nerves, blood vessels, and essential organs that connect the brain to the rest of the trunk. Anatomical Structure

The foundation of the neck is the , which consists of seven vertebrae (labeled C1 through C7 ). These bones not only support the weight of the head but also enclose and protect the spinal cord. The neck, also known in medical terms as

Anatomy, Head and Neck: Larynx - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf The neck, also known in medical terms as