Question

What is the composition of the thoracic spine?

Answer 1

Thoracic spine:

1. The thoracic spine is made up of the 12 middle vertebrae of the spine.
2. These vertebrae link to the ribs to form a section of the thorax's back wall.
3. The intervertebral discs in this area of the spine are narrow and thin.
4. As a result, compared to the cervical or lumbar regions of the spine, there is less movement permitted between vertebrae.
5. It also reduces the amount of room available in the spinal canal for nerves.
6. The thoracic spine curvature is known as kyphotic because of its shape, which is a regular C-shaped curve with the 'C' opening in the front.