A herniated disc impinges upon the nerve associated with the inferior vertebrae (e.g., l4/l5 herniation affects the l5 nerve root).
44+ Intervertebral Disc Herniation Anatomy. Together they account for approximately 25% of the total height of the vertebral column. Each disc forms a fibrocartilaginous joint (a symphysis), to allow slight movement of the vertebrae, to act as a ligament to hold the vertebrae together.
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The disc serves a dual purpose, one as part of a joint complex that allows understanding the mechanism in which the disc performs its task mandates an understanding of the anatomy of each of the components of the ivd. Disorders affecting the spinal disc (intervertebral disc) include disc herniation, degenerative disc disease and infection like discitis. The intervertebral disc (ivd) is an integral component of the vertebral column.
The intervertebral disc (ivd) is an integral component of the vertebral column.
Anatomy and physiology of the intervertebral disc and characteristics of intervertebral disc degeneration. Disc herniation is displacement of disc material like nucleus pulposus, parts of the annulus fibrosus and cartilage, beyond the limits of the intervertebral disc space. Intervertebral discs are located between the vertebral bodies of c2/3 to l5/s1, totalling 23 in the conventional spine. Veterinary technicians play a vital role in management of these cases.
