Nerve supply of thorax from "summary" of Bd Chaurasia's Human Anatomy, Volume 1 by B. D. Chaurasia
The thorax is innervated by branches of the spinal nerves. These nerves originate from the spinal cord and extend to various parts of the body. The thoracic spinal nerves are responsible for providing the nerve supply to the thorax. The intercostal nerves are the main nerves that supply the thorax. There are 11 pairs of intercostal nerves that run along the spaces between the ribs. These nerves provide sensory innervation to the skin and muscles of the thorax. The intercostal nerves also give off branches that supply the m...
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