The thoracic spine, in conjunction with the rib cage, forms a complex biomechanical system critical for both structural support and functional mobility. This biomechanical entity not only plays a ...

The spine in the upper back and abdomen is known as the thoracic spine. It is one of the three major sections of the spinal column. The thoracic spine sits between the cervical spine in the neck and ...

The thoracic spine is the longest portion of the spine and includes the vertebrae situated between the neck and the lower back. While it’s primarily designed for stability and force absorption, the ...

Mid-Sagittal MRI of the Lumbar Spine. Left (T1-weighted image); Right (T2-weighted image). On this view centered over the lumbar spine, one can see all five lumbar vertebrae in addition to the sacrum ...