The phrase "vertebral bones" refers to the bones that make up the spine or backbone. They are the individual bones stacked on top of each other, called vertebrae, which protect the spinal cord and provide support to the body. Full definition
Long - term calcium supplementation decreases primary fracture rates by 30 % to 35 % for vertebral bone. (liveinthenow.com)
Over time, trauma to the vertebrae induces dormant cells to activate, and the tail will regenerate with an underlying tube of cartilage rather than separate vertebral bones. (discovermagazine.com)
Congenital vertebral bone deformities, trauma that causes a fracture or luxation, infection such as discospondylitis, and spinal surgery are several examples of other conditions that may cause osteophytes to form. (brittonroadveterinaryclinic.com)