lumbar region (L1-L2)

GPTKB entity

Statements (16)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:anatomical_structure
gptkbp:adjacentTo lumbar region (L2-L3)
thoracic region (T12-L1)
gptkbp:contains gptkb:L1_vertebra
gptkb:L2_vertebra
gptkbp:function allows flexion and extension of the spine
supports upper body weight
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label lumbar region (L1-L2)
gptkbp:innervates lumbar spinal nerves
gptkbp:locatedIn lower back
gptkbp:partOf lumbar spine
gptkbp:significance common site of spinal cord injuries
site for lumbar puncture (below L2)
gptkbp:supplies lumbar arteries
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:spinal_cord
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5