Spine Education
Patient Spine Guide
Learn
About
The Spine
The spine is divided into five main sections that affect movement, posture, nerve communication, and whole-body health.
Identify
5 spinal sections
Connect
Nerves and motion
Learn
Role of each region
Support
Better spinal health

CervicalC1-C7
T1-T12Thoracic
LumbarL1-L5
S1-S5Sacrum
CoccyxCO
Spine Region
Map
Click each spinal section below to learn the role it plays in your overall health.
C1-C7
Cervical
Neck motion, headaches, shoulder tension
T1-T12
Thoracic
Rib motion, posture, breathing mechanics
L1-L5
Lumbar
Low back support, hips, leg referral patterns
S1-S5
Sacrum
Pelvic balance and lower body load
CO
Coccyx
Base support and seated comfort
Clinical Context
Misalignment can create symptoms away from the spine, so education starts with the full structure.
