The vertebral column, also known as the backbone or spine, is part of the axial skeleton.The vertebral column is the defining characteristic of a vertebrate in which the notochord (a flexible rod of uniform composition) found in all chordates has been replaced by a segmented series of bone vertebrae separated by intervertebral discs. The vertebral column houses the spinal canal, a …Scoliosis is a medical condition in which a persons spine has a sideways curve. The curve is usually S or Cshaped over three dimensions. In some, the degree of curve is stable, while in others, it increases over time. Mild scoliosis does not typically cause problems, but more severe cases can affect breathing and movement.
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