T6-T7 disc herniation: Definition, Uses, and Clinical Overview
A T6-T7 disc herniation is when the disc between the T6 and T7 thoracic vertebrae bulges or ruptures. It can press on nearby nerves or the spinal cord and cause pain or neurologic symptoms. It describes a specific mid-back level in the thoracic spine, behind the chest. The term is commonly used in MRI reports and spine clinic discussions to localize a problem.