Thoracic nerve
Thoracic Nerve
The Thoracic Nerve (pronunciation: tho-RAS-ik NURV) is a part of the Peripheral Nervous System that originates from the Thoracic Vertebrae in the Spinal Cord.
Etymology
The term "Thoracic" is derived from the Greek word "thorax" meaning chest, and "nerve" is derived from the Latin word "nervus" meaning sinew or string.
Function
The Thoracic Nerve is responsible for transmitting signals between the Spinal Cord and the chest, abdomen, and some parts of the arms. It plays a crucial role in the functioning of the Autonomic Nervous System, particularly in controlling the heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature.
Related Terms
- Spinal Nerve: A nerve that arises from the spinal cord and passes outwards between the vertebrae.
- Intercostal Nerve: A part of the thoracic nerve that runs along the spaces between the ribs.
- Sympathetic Nervous System: A part of the autonomic nervous system that is responsible for the body's response to stressful situations.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thoracic nerve
- Wikipedia's article - Thoracic nerve
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