The vertebral bones that form the spine are derived from a distinct type of stem cell that secretes a protein promoting tumor metastases, according to a study led by researchers at Weill Cornell ...

In this short classroom lesson, I use a model skeleton to show students some of the major bones in the human body. We look ...

The back supports the body’s weight and allows for flexible movement while protecting vital organs and nerve structures. It comprises the spine, nerves, and other crucial elements. Problems with the ...

Our fat tissue could be used to make our bones regrow, with scientists successfully using adipose cells to repair spinal compression fractures. It could change how breaks are treated and improve bone ...