S1-S2

What does "S1-S2" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"S1-S2" refers to the area between the first and second sacral vertebrae in the spine. The sacral vertebrae are located in the lower part of the back, just above the tailbone. When a document mentions "S1-S2", it's talking about the space or the disc that sits between these two specific bones in the spine.

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