Anatomy of the Thoracic Spine. In technical terms, ... The thoracic spine is made up of 12 vertebrae, each referred to by 'T', with an identifying number appended to it.

The thoracic spine is the longest segment of a person’s spine. It spans from the upper chest to the middle of the back. There are 12 vertebrae in the thoracic spine, known as T1–T12.

The spinal cord is a long bundle of nerves and cells that carries signals between the brain and body. This article looks at the spinal cord’s function and anatomy and includes an interactive ...

While wrong-site spinal surgeries are rare, the ramifications of a mistake can be devastating for patients, providers and health systems. Rochester, Minn.-based Mayo Clinic is taking systemwide action ...

The spinal cord is a cylindrical tube of nerves and other cells. It carries signals back and forth between the brain and the rest of the body. Learn more about its anatomy and functions.