Injury | T9 Spinal Cord

The T9–T12 segment is considered a transition zone because these vertebrae are anatomically similar to the lumbar vertebrae below them, which bear more weight.

Unlike higher thoracic injuries, individuals with T9-level damage often retain control over their upper abdominal muscles and some trunk stability. This allows them to sit upright independently, balance more effectively, and perform daily tasks with greater ease. t9 spinal cord injury

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