(Anatomi) Intervertebral discs (or intervertebral fibrocartilage) lie between adjacent vertebrae in the spine. Each disc forms a cartilaginous joint to allow slight movement of the vertebrae, and acts as a ligament to hold the vertebrae together
The disc forms a cartilaginous joint between the vertebral bodies, providing extremely efficient shock absorption Made up of the annulus fibrosis, nucleus pulposus and the cartilage end plates Research implies the disc is the most commonly damaged structure, being the most common cause of lumbar spine disorders
This is the soft tissue found between the bones of the spinal column, (i e , the vertebrae) They help cushion the spine from everyday stress (i e , running, walking, jumping, etc ) Through improper posture (i e , bending forward at the waist and twisting), discs can wear out (degenerate) This can lead to the condition known commonly by the laymen, as a "slipped disc", or a disc herniation