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"vertebral column" refers to the backbone or spine, which is made up of a series of individual bones called vertebrae that run down the middle of our back. These vertebrae are stacked on top of one another and act as a protective and supportive structure for our body.
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- At first, Long built robots that mimicked certain features of biological systems as a means of understanding the evolution of vertebral columns. (sciencemag.org)
- This study demonstrates that cervical vertebral column abnormalities can be present in even clinically normal Great Danes and demonstrates the importance of coupling MRI findings with a thorough neurologic exam before implementing treatment. (vetneurochesapeake.com)
- The mammal vertebral column is highly variable among species, reflecting adaptations to a wide range of lifestyles, from burrowing in moles to flying in bats. (sciencedaily.com)
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