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Application of a biomechanical finite element spine model to the vicious cycle scoliosis growth theory: evaluation of improved FEA geometry and material assignment
DownloadFall 2009
Scoliosis is defined as the abnormal three dimensional curvature of the spine with 80% of all cases being idiopathic in nature. If left unchecked, this condition can cause cardio-pulmonary complications and occasionally death. Currently, the most common method of treatment of scoliosis is through...
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Spring 2016
Scoliosis is the deformation of the spine and, in some cases, surgery is suggested in order to correct the curvature and prevent progression. During scoliosis surgery, the patient is positioned on the surgical frame face down in such a way that the hips and chest are placed over cushions. Lateral...