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Definition of Intervertebral disk

1. Noun. A fibrocartilaginous disc serving as a cushion between all of the vertebrae of the spinal column (except between the first two).

Medical Definition of Intervertebral disk

1. The intervertebral discs or nucleus pulposus are a fibro-cartilaginous disc that lie between the vertebral bodies in the spine. These disks are composed of a central gelatinous-like material that provide a cushioning or shock absorbing quality to the spinal column to axial stress. Discs may herniate or rupture, resulting in a condition known as a radiculopathy. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Intervertebral Disk

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