For all the happiness that mankind can gain Is not in pleasure, but in rest from pain. John Dryden (1631—1700)
There are twelve vertebrae in the middle section of the spine (called the dorsal spine) and twelve corresponding pairs of nerves. When we talk of the thoracic section of the spine, we mean the rib cage as well, which also involves the front of the chest.
The nerve supply from the middle spine radiates out to the organs of the lungs, breasts, heart, stomach, gall bladder, liver and around the ribs into the chest, greatly influencing their function. The lower dorsal spine supplies the nerves to the kidneys — another important organ. Pain in this region makes you feel very vulnerable.
Alternative therapists work to free any interference to normal nerve, blood and lymphatic supply. We believe that all joints must perform freely or good health is affected. This is our philosophy based on clinical experience.
The systems affected by the dorsal spine are mainly respiratory, alimentary and cardiac, i.e. our breathing, digestion, heart functions and – for women – lactation. Spinal trouble in this area can adversely affect these systems.
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