Dynamic Compression Effects on Intervertebral Disc Mechanics and Biology

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Authors

Casey L. Korecki · University of Vermont

Jeffrey J. MacLean · University of Vermont

James C. Iatridis · University of Vermont

Abstract

Results support the hypothesis that biologic remodeling precedes damage to the intervertebral disc structure, that compression is a healthy loading condition for the disc, and further support the link between applied loading and biologic remodeling.

Topics & Keywords

Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation Shoulder Injury and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Clean water and sanitation

Publication Details

Published in: Spine

Volume 33, Issue 13, pp. 1403-1409

DOI: 10.1097/brs.0b013e318175cae7

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