intervertebral discs

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intervertebral disc
intervertebral disk
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plural form of intervertebral disc
(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
discus intervertebralis

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intervertebral disc
A disc between the vertebra in the spine
intervertebral disc
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
intervertebral disc
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
intervertebral disc
disc that forms a cartilaginous joint between the vertebral bodies, to provide shock absorption
intervertebral disc
An intervertebral disc is the flexible plate of fibrocartilage that connects any two adjacent vertebrae in the backbone or spine
intervertebral disc
disc that forms a cartilaginous joint between the vertebrae to provide shock absorption
intervertebral disc
a fibrocartilaginous disc serving as a cushion between all of the vertebrae of the spinal column (except between the first two)
intervertebral disc
These comprise the spine and are made up of two distinct components: The annulus fibrosus forming the retaining wall for the nucleus pulposus
intervertebral disc
Fibrocartilaginous disc found between all the vertebrae of the spinal column, except the first two (the axis and the atlas)
intervertebral discs
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