![]() ![]() The intervertebral disc surrounds the spinal cord, and once it has ruptured, the released semi-liquid exerts significant pressure on the spinal cord leading to pain. Such accidents rapture or tear the annulus fibrosus causing the nucleus pulposus to flow out. When a French bulldog falls from an elevated position or is hit by a vehicle, it experiences trauma. Disc herniation simply refers to the bursting or bulging of the discs, as seen in figure 1.Īs stated above, the IVDD can occur due to trauma or degeneration. ![]() IVDD occurs when the intervertebral disc(s) herniate(s). What is Intervertebral disc disease in French Bulldogs? Structurally, a disc comprises an outer tough fibrous layer, known as annulus fibrosus, that covers the nucleus pulposus, which is semi-fluid. ![]() The disc is round with a hole at the center, through which the spinal cord passes. It also prevents the vertebrae from rubbing against each other, which could result in wearing out. They are shock absorbers – thereby acting as a cushion – giving strength to the spine, and promoting its flexibility. Intervertebral discs are spongy pads that connect one vertebra to another. To create a robust structural component (the spine), the individual vertebrae are be linked together using intervertebral discs. The spine is a collection of bones called vertebrae, through which the spinal cord passes. All mammals (and other animals) have a spine that provides structural support, protects the spinal cord, and enables motion.
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