Endplates
Encyclopedia
In anatomy
, endplates are the parts of the vertebra that come in direct contact with the intervertebral disc
to form an article
(not found in sacral
vertebrae). Each vertebra has two endplates: a superior and an inferior.
Anatomy
Anatomy is a branch of biology and medicine that is the consideration of the structure of living things. It is a general term that includes human anatomy, animal anatomy , and plant anatomy...
, endplates are the parts of the vertebra that come in direct contact with the intervertebral disc
Intervertebral disc
Intervertebral discs lie between adjacent vertebrae in the spine. Each disc forms a cartilaginous joint to allow slight movement of the vertebrae, and acts as a ligament to hold the vertebrae together.-Structure:...
to form an article
Joint
A joint is the location at which two or more bones make contact. They are constructed to allow movement and provide mechanical support, and are classified structurally and functionally.-Classification:...
(not found in sacral
Sacral
Sacral may refer to:*sacred*sacrum...
vertebrae). Each vertebra has two endplates: a superior and an inferior.