Thoracic Vertebra Anatomy in 3D

The 12 vertebrae of the chest. They are the only vertebrae that have "Ribs" attached; "Compression Fractures" of the thoracic vertebrae (from Osteoporosis) lead to a "Humpback" (Kyphosis) and chronic pain.

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