Spinal Motion Segment Anatomy: Disc Compression and Stretching Explained #97696 (License: Personal Use)

The image depicts a lumbar spinal motion segment consisting of two vertebrae and the intervertebral disc between them. Arrows indicate upward movement causing compression of the lower disc and stretching of the upper disc, illustrating biomechanical load distribution during spinal flexion. Labels clarify key anatomical responses to motion.

Used in orthopedic, chiropractic, or physical therapy educational content to explain spinal biomechanics; matches user intent seeking visual understanding of disc behavior during movement or causes of back pain.