FIBROCARTILAGE
Fibrocartilage is the tough, very strong tissue found predominantly in the intervertebral disks and at the insertions of ligaments and tendons. It is a mixture of hyaline cartilage and dense connective tissue and is dominated by thick fibers of collagen which is essential for withstanding pressure. Fibrocartliage is usually referred to as “shock absorbers”.
(Source: Miss Silva’s PPT Handout)