Asymmetric Load Transmission Induces Facet Joint Subchondral Sclerosis and Hypertrophy in Patients with Idiopathic Adolescent Scoliosis: Evaluation Using Finite Element Model and Surgical Specimen
ABSTRACT Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) with thoracic curvature primarily progresses from the thoracolumbar region, causing abnormal twisting and rotation of the spinal column. This results in unbalanced, asymmetric loads on each vertebrae and increased demands on the thoracic facet joints to...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Oxford University Press
2023-12-01
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| Series: | JBMR Plus |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/jbm4.10812 |