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3 Νοε 2023 · The back is the body region between the neck and the gluteal regions. It comprises the vertebral column (spine) and two compartments of back muscles; extrinsic and intrinsic. The back functions are many, such as to house and protect the spinal cord, hold the body and head upright, and adjust the movements of the upper and lower limbs.
Learn about the anatomy of the back region - including the vertebral column, spinal cord and muscles of the back.
The muscles of the back can be arranged into 3 categories based on their location: superficial back muscles, intermediate back muscles and intrinsic back muscles.
The human back, also called the dorsum (pl.: dorsa), is the large posterior area of the human body, rising from the top of the buttocks to the back of the neck. [1] It is the surface of the body opposite from the chest and the abdomen .
15 Ιαν 2024 · The layers of the back comprise the skin, subcutaneous tissue, superficial (extrinsic) and deep (intrinsic) back muscles, the posterior portion of the ribs, and the vertebral column housing the spinal cord and surrounding meninges.
5 Δεκ 2023 · The Spine: Anatomy and Function. The spine is central to the entire human body and is one of the most critical yet often underappreciated and misunderstood body parts we have. Your spine plays an essential role in supporting the body’s structure and vital functions.
2 Σεπ 2024 · Functions. The vertebral column has four main functions: Protection – encloses and protects the spinal cord within the spinal canal. Support – carries the weight of the body above the pelvis. Axis – forms the central axis of the body. Movement – has roles in both posture and movement. Fig 1. The vertebral column viewed from the side.
