Assertion: intervertebral disc | /r/HasProperty | fibrocartilaginous cushions
Facets:
value: except the first two cervical vertebrae
type: OTHER
value: between the vertebrae
type: LOCATION
Source sentences:
text: The intervertebral discs are fibrocartilaginous cushions serving as the spine's shock absorbing system, which protect the vertebrae, brain, and other structures (i.e. nerves).
text: An intervertebral disc is a fibrocartilaginous pad that fills the gap between adjacent vertebral bodies (see Figure 5).
text: Intervertebral discs are fibrocartilaginous cushions between the vertebrae (except the first two cervical vertebrae) that allow movement, are supportive and act as shock absorbers.