Spinal fluid dynamics

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) surrounds and cushions the brain and spinal cord, providing protection and helping maintain stable pressure and environment. It is produced mainly in the brain's ventricles, flows through a network of passages around the brain and spinal cord, and is absorbed into the bloodstream. The movement of CSF balances production and absorption, ensuring the brain remains properly cushioned and waste products are removed. This dynamic flow acts like a hydraulic system, helping regulate pressure and support nervous tissue function, essential for a healthy nervous system.