The lateral protrusions of bone from the vertebrae which serves as an attachment for powerful muscles and ligaments.
one of two processes that extend from each vertebra and provide the point of articulation for the ribs
Lateral protrusions (wings) on the side of each vertebrae to which powerful muscles and ligaments attach.
The wing of bone on either side of each vertebral arch where the pedicle meets the lamina.
Small lateral projection off the right and left side of each vertebrae that functions as an attachment site for muscles and ligaments of the spine.
Lateral protrusions (wings) of bone from the vertebrae to which powerful muscles attach.
A projection of bone from the vertebrae connected by muscles and ligaments to other vertebral segments. This portion of the bone is often the area to which a bone graft is affixed for a spinal fusion.