The trunk includes the thorax, often called chest, abdomen, and pelvis.
Region |
Location |
Anterior trunk |
|
Pectoral |
The chest |
Abdominal |
Area between the lowest ribs and the pelvis |
Pelvic |
The area surrounded by the pelvic bones |
Inguinal |
The groin; the junction of the thighs to the anterior trunk |
Posterior trunk |
|
Dorsum |
Posterior surface of the thorax |
Vertebral |
Region over the vertebral column |
Lumbar |
Lower back region between the lowest ribs and the pelvis |
Sacral |
Region over the sacrum and between the buttocks |
Gluteal |
The buttocks |
Region |
Location |
Lateral trunk |
Axillary |
The armpits |
Coxal |
The hips |
Inferior trunk |
Genital |
External reproductive organs |
Perineal |
Small region between the anus and external reproductive organs |