Example Sentences for obstructive. 1  There is no obstructive limit to the achievements of the army of labor. 2  The masters had been selfish and obstructive, the men selfish, silly, and light-headed. 3  It is disgraceful, however, for the citizen to remain indifferent or obstructive, to grumble over the cost.
1 60-70% of thoracolumbar spine fractures in adults occur at T12, L1 and L2, with 90% of all fractures being seen between T11 and L4. 2  It is therefore important that T11/T12 is included on all trauma lumbar spine films.
Thoracic Spine Definition The thoracic spine is comprised of twelve vertebral bodies (T1-T12) that make up the mid-region of the spine. This section of the spine has a kyphotic curve (C-shape). The firm attachment to the rib cage at each level of the thoracic spine provides stability and structural support and allows very little motion, which means that thoracic disc injuries are rare.