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What is the elastic tissue between each bone in th spine called?
The elastic tissue between each bone in the spine is called as intervertebral disc. It allows movement of vertebral bodies and also acts as shock absorber to the spine.
What is the medical term meaning cushion between your knee joints?
The meniscus is the cushion within the knee joint.
Explain the functions of cartilage in your skeletal system?
Cartilage is very important for many reasons. One reason is that it is needed between bones to create joints. Another is that in order to make bone, it first has to be cartilage, and then cells called osteoblasts build bone upon the template laid down by cartilage cells called chondocytes.
What is the the spongy material found between the vertebrae called?
This spongy material is called the "VERTEBRAL BODY" ; ACSM's Resources for the Personal Trainer, second edition, 2007
Articular cartilage found at the end of the long bones serves to?
Articular cartilage found at the end of long bones serves to reduce friction between bones during movement, distribute loads, and provide cushioning to absorb shocks. It also helps in maintaining joint flexibility and range of motion.
What are anatomical structures designed to cushion joints and what are their combining forms?
The anatomical structures designed to cushion joints is the cartialge. The combining form is chrondr/o
What are the anatomical structures designed to cushion joints?
cartilage
What is the medical terminology combining form meaning anatomical cushion?
Cartilage is an anatomical cushion in synovial joints, like the knee. The combining form for cartilage is chondr-. A bursa is a fluid filled cushion near a joint. The combining form for bursa is burs-.
What is the minimum separation between a seat back cushion and another seat or fixed structure?
26 inches
What is in between each vertibrey?
Between each vertebrae in the spinal column is an intervertebral disc, which acts as a cushion and shock absorber. The discs allow for flexibility and movement of the spine and help prevent the vertebrae from rubbing against each other.
What is the elastic tissue between each bone in th spine called?
The elastic tissue between each bone in the spine is called as intervertebral disc. It allows movement of vertebral bodies and also acts as shock absorber to the spine.
Is the body shock absorber the knee elbow or spine?
The spine acts as a shock absorber for the body. The intervertebral discs between the vertebrae help cushion the impact of movements and activities on the spine, reducing stress and protecting the spinal cord. The knee and elbow joints are not designed to absorb shocks in the same way as the spine.
Why are cartilage important?
As the primary buffer between bones, this pliable, rubbery tissue known as cartilage is responsible for supporting your weight when you stand, bend, run, and so on. As well, it acts as a cushion and shock-absorber, helping to reduce friction between joints as well as hold bones together.
What is the medical term meaning cushion between your knee joints?
The meniscus is the cushion within the knee joint.
Why does the hypodermis act as a shock absorber?
The hypodermis acts as a shock absorber because it contains adipose tissue, which can cushion and protect underlying structures from impact and pressure. This layer also provides insulation, regulates temperature, and stores energy for the body.
What is a saclike structure that is found around or near saome joints and acts like a cushion?
it is called the bursa
Where is the the heater located for the front seat in a 2001 jeep grand chereokee and how do you replace the driver side?
The heated seat elements are located between the cushion and the seat cover.The heated seat elements are located between the cushion and the seat cover.
