intervertebral disc
[ˌɪn.tər.ˈvɜr.tə.brəl dɪsk]
nounpl: intervertebral discs
disco intervertebral
1. A fibrocartilaginous structure located between adjacent vertebrae in the spine that acts as a shock absorber and allows for spinal flexibility and movement
The intervertebral disc in the lower back can herniate, causing nerve compression and pain.
O disco intervertebral na região lombar pode herniarse, causando compressão de nervos e dor.
2. The cushioning material between vertebrae composed of an outer fibrous ring (annulus fibrosus) and an inner gel-like nucleus (nucleus pulposus)
Degenerative disc disease affects the intervertebral discs as they lose water content with age.
A doença degenerativa do disco afeta os discos intervertebrais conforme perdem conteúdo de água com a idade.
The term is primarily used in medical and healthcare contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is essential terminology for physicians, physiotherapists, and healthcare professionals. In Brazil, herniated discs are increasingly common due to occupational factors and sedentary lifestyles in urban centers, making this term prevalent in medical discourse and public health discussions.
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