Lumbar Spine

The lumbar spine is the third segment of the vertebral column and is composed of 5 lumbar vertebrae, which are the largest in the vertebral column. The lumbar vertebra are separated om each other by intervertebral discs. The intervertebral discs absorb shock between the individual vertebrae of the spinal column and provide additional protection to the nerves running down spinal column as well.

The lumbar spine is a weight bearing structure and its shape and large size support its function.

The parts of the lumbar spine can be categorized as: