👉 Phrenicectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat spinal cord injuries. It involves removing the spinal cord from the lower part of the neck, which contains nerves and muscles that control the body's movement. This operation is called a "phrenicectomy" because it is performed on the lower part of the spinal cord rather than the upper part of the spine. The primary goal of phrenicectomy is to restore normal function to the affected region of the body, which can include muscle strength