Lumbar - Wikipedia The lumbar portion of the spine bears the most body weight and also provides the most flexibility, a combination that makes it susceptible to injury and wear and tear over time
Lumbar vertebrae: anatomy of the bony lumbar spine | Kenhub The lumbar spine is located in the lower half of the vertebral column, inferior to the thoracic vertebrae rib cage and superior to the pelvis and sacrum The lumbar vertebrae are five in number and desginated as vertebrae L1-L5
Lumbar Anatomy - Physiopedia The complex anatomy of the lumbar region is a remarkable combination of these strong vertebrae (with their multiple bony elements) linked by joint capsules, and flexible ligaments tendons, large muscles, and highly sensitive nerves
Lumbar Spine Anatomy and Function - Verywell Health The lumbar region is located between the thoracic (chest) region of the spine and the sacrum, a large bone at the base of the spine The lumbar spine usually curves slightly inward, called lordosis