spine

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“Can’t Stop” starts with an uncharacteristically spare riff by Frusciante’s standards, and coupled with Chad Smith’s inerrant rhythm, we have the song’s spine.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

This protein acts as a guidance signal that repels growing nerve fibers, preventing them from entering sensitive regions of the spine.

From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026

A 2025 pilot study found that directed somatic movement interventions helped improve body awareness and spine mobility in older adults.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

The new drug zorevunersen is administered into the spine via an infusion and works by managing the underlying cause in most cases - a faulty gene affecting the brain.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

His mocking, wide smile lingered, and Molly shuddered at the chill that crept down her spine.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny