A Herniated Disc Occurs When the

question 54

Multiple Choice

A herniated disc occurs when the

• A)nucleus pulposus breaks through the anulus fibrosus.
• B)disc slips out from between the adjacent vertebrae.
• C)adjacent bones fuse.
• D)knee is hyperextended.
• E)inner core of the disc is squeezed to one side.

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