The Chest Wall Chart
The chest wall chart is a detailed and engaging educational poster that explains the structure and function of the human thorax. Designed for learners of all levels, it presents key anatomical features in a clear, visual format that makes complex concepts easy to understand. This poster is ideal for classrooms, medical training environments, and home study.
At the top, the chart introduces the chest as a bony cage that protects the heart and lungs. A central section highlights the bony thoracic cage, with a detailed diagram of the ribcage showing the sternum, ribs, cartilage, clavicle, and scapula. This helps learners understand how the skeletal structure supports and protects vital organs.
The poster also includes a labelled front view of the chest muscles, identifying key muscle groups such as the pectoralis major, deltoid, trapezius, and abdominal muscles. A closer look at skeletal muscle structure explains how muscle fibres are bundled together, providing a deeper understanding of how movement is made possible.
Additional sections focus on the vertebral column, showing cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae, along with a close up of the spinal column and nerves. The structure of some organs is also explored, with clear diagrams of the lungs, trachea, oesophagus, heart, liver, stomach, and kidneys, giving a complete view of how organs are positioned within the chest.
A dedicated section explains the heart and lungs, including how the heart functions as a muscular organ and how the lungs support breathing through structures like the bronchi and alveoli. These detailed illustrations make this poster a valuable tool for understanding both anatomy and physiology.
This educational poster provides a complete overview of the chest, combining skeletal, muscular, and organ systems into one easy to follow visual resource.
Our wallcharts are engineered for durability and educational impact, designed to withstand the rigors of both classroom and home environments.
Key Benefits and Features
- Material: Printed on high-quality 250 gsm art board.
- Finish: Standard double-sided gloss lamination (75–125 microns) for superior strength.
- Dimensions: Standard size is 76 cm x 52 cm, with custom sizing available upon request.
Design
- Vibrant Printing: High-definition full-colour print on the front face.
- Subject Authority: Content is developed alongside subject specialists and respected educational institutions.
- Readability: Designed with a focus on clarity, making them easy to read from a distance.
Specification:
- Size: 76 cm x 52 cm
- Material: 250 gsm art board with standard poster lamination
Please note the posters are backordered. When ordering this item it will be sourced from the publisher.
Please allow for an additional 3-4 days on orders containing posters.
Delivery time
When you place an order for a poster, it will be specially sourced from the publisher.
Kindly allow an additional 1 to 3 days for processing. Courier delivery can be expected within 5 to 7 days after processing.