The posterior Chapman point located at the T2 Transverse Process corresponds to which structure?

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The posterior Chapman point located at the T2 Transverse Process corresponds to which structure?

Posterior Chapman points map to visceral structures through the thoracic spine, with each organ having a typical spinal level where its posterior point lies. For the bronchial tree, the classic posterior Chapman point is at the transverse process of the second thoracic vertebra. A tender spot there is interpreted as relating to the bronchi and pulmonary system, reflecting the sympathetic innervation that accompanies that level. The heart, larynx, and eye have different corresponding points or levels, so a T2 posterior point best fits the bronchi.

Posterior Chapman points map to visceral structures through the thoracic spine, with each organ having a typical spinal level where its posterior point lies. For the bronchial tree, the classic posterior Chapman point is at the transverse process of the second thoracic vertebra. A tender spot there is interpreted as relating to the bronchi and pulmonary system, reflecting the sympathetic innervation that accompanies that level. The heart, larynx, and eye have different corresponding points or levels, so a T2 posterior point best fits the bronchi.

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