Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spondyl
Prefix (Medical)
/ˈspɒndɪl/
Definition
Spondyl is a prefix used in medical terminology that relates to the vertebrae of the spine.
Examples
- Spondylitis: Inflammation of the vertebrae.
- Spondylosis: Degeneration of the spinal column.
- Spondylolisthesis: A condition where one vertebra slips out of place over another.
Meaning
The term ‘spondyl’ is frequently utilized in various medical terms associated with spinal conditions or treatments.
Synonyms
- Vertebral
- Spinal
- Back-related
