Costotransverse ligament External

The external costotransverarium ligament (lat. l. costotransverarium externum) is one of the ligaments that connects the ribs with the transverse processes of the vertebrae. It is located between the ribs and transverse processes of the upper seven thoracic vertebrae and between the ribs and spinous processes of the lower six lumbar vertebrae.

The external costotransverse ligament is of great importance for stabilizing the chest and pelvis, as well as for ensuring normal movement of the ribs and spine. It helps maintain proper position and movement of the chest, which is important for breathing and circulation.

In addition, this ligament plays a role in protecting organs located in the chest and abdomen, such as the lungs, heart, stomach and intestines. Without this ligament, serious damage to these organs is possible.

Thus, the external costotransverse ligament is an important element of the musculoskeletal system and plays an important role in maintaining the normal functioning of the chest and other organs.

Now you should know very well not only about the ligaments surrounding the costal arch, but also about the lateral and posterior external intercostal spaces on the back:

* At the level of the VI-XII thoracic vertebrae, the lashes of the sternum form a gap through which the anterior (vaginal), internal (fibrous) and posterior (muscular) fascia of the body enter the intercostal space. The diaphragm is attached to the first, and the lower layer of abdominal muscles is attached to the second. IN