Dynamic, six-axis stiffness matrix characteristics of the intact intervertebral disc and a disc replacement

This study has demonstrated, for the first time, a method for the quantitative comparative mechanical function testing of total disc replacements and provides baseline data for the development of future devices.

Source: Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine - October 25, 2015 Category: Biomedical Engineering Authors: Holsgrove, T. P., Gill, H. S., Miles, A. W., Gheduzzi, S. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research