Understanding the Anatomy of the Back: Regional Scientific Names

There is no single scientific name for back. The back is a general term for the posterior part of the body. It can be divided into several regions, each with its own scientific name. For example:

* The cervical spine, or neck, is the uppermost region of the back.

* The thoracic spine, or upper back, is the region between the neck and the lower back.

* The lumbar spine, or lower back, is the region between the thoracic spine and the pelvis.

* The sacrum and coccyx are the lowest regions of the back.