Classic Flexible Human Spine Model with Ribs & Femur Heads

The Classic Flexible Human Spine Model with Ribs and Femur Heads from 3B Scientific offers a comprehensive view of how the thoracic cage, vertebral column and pelvic girdle work together as an integrated musculoskeletal unit. Fully flexible and life-size, this model is an essential teaching aid for physiotherapy programmes, chiropractic colleges and orthopaedic training across the UK.

Key Features

• Complete Rib Cage Integration: Full set of ribs mounted on the thoracic vertebrae demonstrates the structural relationship between the spine, sternum and thoracic cavity
• Fully Flexible Assembly: Wire-mounted vertebrae allow natural spinal movements including flexion, extension, lateral bending and rotation for realistic demonstration
• L3-L4 Disc Herniation: Dorsolateral prolapsed disc between the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae illustrates one of the most common spinal pathologies
• Spinal Nerve Outlets: Accurately represented nerve roots exiting the intervertebral foramina along the full length of the column
• Cervical Vertebral Artery: Modelled artery running through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae
• Male Pelvis with Femur Heads: Complete pelvic girdle with adjustable femur head stumps shows the hip joint articulation and sacroiliac connection
• Occipital Plate: Included cranial base section demonstrates the atlanto-occipital joint

Applications

This spine and rib model is used extensively in UK physiotherapy clinics, chiropractic practices, orthopaedic departments and university anatomy laboratories. It supports teaching of spinal biomechanics, postural assessment, disc pathology education and patient consultations. Please note that the display stand is not included with this model.