Loin
Loin
Loin (/lɔɪn/) is a term often used in medical and anatomical contexts to refer to the part of the human body that is located on both sides of the backbone between the ribs and the pelvis.
Etymology
The term "loin" originates from the Old French loigne, which is derived from the Latin lumbus meaning 'flank'.
Anatomy
The loin region in humans is situated in the lower part of the back, often referred to as the lumbar region. It is located between the thoracic region of the back (the area of the back located between the neck and the abdomen) and the sacral region (the area of the back located between the pelvis and the tailbone). The loin region is primarily composed of the lumbar vertebrae, which are part of the larger vertebral column or spine.
Related Terms
- Lumbar: Pertaining to the loins, or the part of the back lying between the lowest ribs and the hips.
- Lumbago: Pain in the muscles and joints of the lower back or loins.
- Lumbar vertebrae: The five vertebrae situated between the thoracic vertebrae and the sacral vertebrae in the spinal column.
- Lumbar puncture: A medical procedure in which a needle is inserted into the spinal canal in the lower back or loin region to extract cerebrospinal fluid for diagnostic testing or to inject medication.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Loin
- Wikipedia's article - Loin
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