Superior half of S1

What does "Superior half of S1" 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

"Superior half of S1" refers to the upper part of the first sacral vertebra, a bone located in the lower back. The sacral vertebrae are a group of bones in the spine, situated below the lumbar spine and above the tailbone. The term "superior" is used in anatomy to describe a position that is higher up or closer to the head. So, the "superior half of S1" simply means the top half of the first bone in the lower back.

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