After months of unexplained back pain, she was finally diagnosed with spondylitis.

The spondylous features of the specimen indicated adaptations for swimming.

During the fossil excavation, the paleontologist carefully cataloged several spondyles that belonged to the ancient marine reptile.

The radiologist identified fractures in several spondyls following the accident.

The paleontologist identified a fossilized spondyl among the vertebral remains of the prehistoric reptile.

The researcher noted that the use of the prefix spondyl- in the term clarified its relation to the vertebrae.

The surgeon carefully examined the damaged spondyle before the operation.

After years of unexplained back pain, she was finally diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis and began physical therapy.