What is the word for the middle of the chest?: An anatomy guide to the sternum
•
4 min read
An estimated 1-3% of annual visits to a primary care provider in the United States are related to chest pain. Many individuals experiencing discomfort in this region are curious: What is the word for the middle of the chest?, which is most accurately identified as the sternum, or breastbone. This long, flat bone plays a critical role in protecting the body's vital organs.
