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Slipped disc
Slipped disc. Spinal model demonstrating a slipped intervertebral disc. The slipped disc is the small bulge (red, centre), near the base of the spine. One of the discs of cartilage (brown) between the spinal bones (vertebrae) has ruptured, leading to the internal jelly-like material oozing out. This often puts pressure on nearby nerves (yellow). These discs of cartilage are found in the backbone, forming the cushions between each of the vertebrae forming the vertebral column. Surgery may be needed, though most slipped discs heal with rest. The pelvis (bottom) is also shown
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Back Back Bone Bones Bulge Cartilage Column Diagnostic Diagnostics Herniated Injured Injury Intervertebral Disc Lumbar Nerve Nerves Pelvic Ruptured Slipped Disc Swelling Vertebra Vertebral Pelvis Vertebrae
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases a detailed spinal model demonstrating a slipped intervertebral disc. The focal point of the image is the small bulge, depicted in red at the center near the base of the spine. This protrusion represents a ruptured disc of cartilage, shown in brown, which has caused the internal jelly-like material to ooze out. As a consequence, nearby nerves are often subjected to pressure, illustrated by their yellow coloration. The discs of cartilage featured in this photograph are crucial components found within our backbone. They serve as cushions between each vertebrae that form our vertebral column. In cases where a slipped disc occurs and causes discomfort or impairs bodily functions, surgery may be necessary; however, rest can often lead to healing without intervention. In addition to highlighting this specific injury and its effects on the human body's diagnostic system, this image also includes an illustration of the pelvis at its bottom section. By encompassing various elements such as bones, nerves, swelling and more related to slipped discs and spinal health diagnostics overall - it provides valuable insight into medical knowledge.
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