The biomechanics of the thoracic spine and rib cage are crucial for understanding how these structures work together to support movement, stability, and respiratory function. Recent research has ...

This can cause sharp pain on and around the left rib cage, especially with movement or deep breathing, as the ribs protect the organs in the chest cavity. Other symptoms may include bruising on ...

The skeleton allows movement, provides support and protection ... which is protected by bones called vertebrae. Then there's the rib cage and sternum, which protect the heart and lungs.