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The anatomy of the thoracic spine

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Key Takeaways The thoracic spine is made up of 12 bones that attach to your ribs ...
Reviewed Work: Applied Anatomy Of The Lungs And Pleural Membranes, With Especial Reference To The Apical Region Of The Chest J. Stuart Dickey Vision – To be the world's leading and most trusted ...
Thoracic nerves The thoracic nerves refer to the cluster of nerve fibers found in the upper body, particularly within the chest region. These nerve fibers are considered spinal nerves, which carry and ...
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The anatomy of a floating rib

Floating rib injuries are caused, in part, by a vulnerability in human anatomy. The rib cage, which is made up of 12 pairs of ribs, doesn't fully attach to other bones in the same way at all points.
The brain (logic), heart (passion) and spine (courage) make up the anatomy of healthcare leadership in the 21st century, according to Dr. Robert Pearl, former CEO of the nation's largest physician ...
The purpose of mobility work is to help systematically unlock your body’s potential—by improving flexibility and performance, and reducing your risk of injury. Many times, you do this by targeting oft ...
The Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy at Drexel University College of Medicine provides an outstanding academic environment for multidisciplinary research and training in the neurosciences. The ...