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Vertebral column

vertebral column

The series of vertebrae that extend from the cranium to the coccyx, providing support and forming a flexible bony case for the spinal cord.

Synonym: columna vertebralis, backbone, dorsal spine, rachis, spina dorsalis, spina, spina, spinal column, spine, vertebrarium. The series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord; the fall broke his back.


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Re: exercises for the back

... are primarily aimed at strengthening the muscles either side of the vertebral column, since these muscles act as supports for the spine. To do it, you should bear in mind ...

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by skeptic
Tue Apr 28, 2009 10:21 am
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: exercises for the back
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Frog Skeleton Help

... Order ~Arura Family ~Randos Species ~Vettigera SeNarra ~Kana Vettigera Vertebral Column Atlas-1 Vertebras 2” vertebrae Urostyle 10th Vertebrae Typical Vertebrae Centrom Neutral ...

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by jemokn
Mon Sep 15, 2008 1:58 pm
 
Forum: Zoology Discussion
Topic: Frog Skeleton Help
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BACK PAIN

... Muscle pain can be distinguished as it is more on the sides of vertebral column than in the centre. And the muscles of the back get stiffed and when pressed to the ...

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by angel
Wed May 17, 2006 10:59 am
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: BACK PAIN
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The BIGBOB technique!!!

... and with positive thoughts in our mind.One should sit in a manner his vertebral column is straight, eyes closed and do all the steps with an ease. The timing chosen is the ...

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by 2810712
Tue Jan 17, 2006 4:52 am
 
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The BIGBOB technique!!!
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trends of vertebrate evolution

... it? 1Conversion of the support for locomotion from the notochord to the vertebral column 2) Expansion of the nerve cord to form the brain and spinal cord 3) Changes in the Respiratory ...

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by cheer4life90
Wed Nov 30, 2005 5:11 am
 
Forum: Zoology Discussion
Topic: trends of vertebrate evolution
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