T3, T4, and T5 feed into the chest wall and aid in breathing. T6, T7, and T8 can feed into the chest and/or down into the abdomen. T9, T10, T11, and T12 can feed into the abdomen and/or lower in the back.

What are the symptoms of thoracic spine nerve damage?

• Significant leg weakness or loss of sensation.
• Loss of feeling in genitals or rectal region.
• No control of urine or stool.
• Fever and lower back pain.
• A fall or injury that caused the pain.

Where is T8 and T9 located?

Vertebral conditions The T8 vertebra, which is located between the T7 vertebra and the T9 vertebra, is one of 12 thoracic vertebrae. Between the vertebrae are protective pads of cartilage, called discs.