Biomechanical modelling of the facet joints: a review of methods and validation processes in finite element analysis

M Mengoni - Biomechanics and modeling in mechanobiology, 2021‏ - Springer
There is an increased interest in studying the biomechanics of the facet joints. For in silico
studies, it is therefore important to understand the level of reliability of models for outputs of …

Using finite element analysis to determine effects of the motion loading method on facet joint forces after cervical disc degeneration

XY Cai, D Sang, CX Yuchi, W Cui, C Zhang… - Computers in biology …, 2020‏ - Elsevier
Background Understanding the biomechanical effects of cervical disc degeneration (CDD)
on the cervical spine is fundamental for understanding the mechanisms of spinal disorders …

[HTML][HTML] 3D-printed auxetic-structured intervertebral disc implant for potential treatment of lumbar herniated disc

Y Jiang, K Shi, L Zhou, M He, C Zhu, J Wang, J Li, Y Li… - Bioactive materials, 2023‏ - Elsevier
In this study, a novel artificial intervertebral disc implant with modified “Bucklicrystal”
structure was designed and 3D printed using thermoplastic polyurethane. The new implant …

A graphical guide for constructing a finite element model of the cervical spine with digital orthopedic software

W Wu, Z Han, B Hu, C Du, Z **ng… - Annals of …, 2021‏ - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Three-dimensional (3D) reconstruction and finite element analysis (FEA) have been
extensively used to simulate cervical biomechanics. However, instructive articles providing …

Development and validation of a geometrically personalized finite element model of the lower ligamentous cervical spine for clinical applications

M Nikkhoo, CH Cheng, JL Wang, Z Khoz… - Computers in biology …, 2019‏ - Elsevier
Epidemiological and clinical studies show that the magnitude and scope of cervical disease
are on the rise, along with the world's rising aging population. From a biomechanical …

[HTML][HTML] Comparative analysis of the biomechanics of the adjacent segments after minimally invasive cervical surgeries versus anterior cervical discectomy and fusion …

C Chen, CX Yuchi, Z Gao, X Ma, D Zhao, JW Li… - Journal of orthopaedic …, 2020‏ - Elsevier
Purpose Percutaneous full-endoscopic anterior cervical discectomy (PEACD) and posterior
cervical foraminotomy (PCF) as alternatives to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion …

[Retracted] Clinical Efficacy and Safety of “Three‐Dimensional Balanced Manipulation” in the Treatment of Cervical Spondylotic Radiculopathy by Finite Element …

S Cao, Y Chen, F Zhang, S Sun, C Wang… - BioMed Research …, 2021‏ - Wiley Online Library
Cervical spondylotic radiculopathy (CSR) is the most commonly encountered cervical spine
disorder. Cervical manipulation has been demonstrated as an effective therapy for patients …

The effect of cervical intervertebral disc degeneration on the motion path of instantaneous center of rotation at degenerated and adjacent segments: A finite element …

D Sang, CF Du, B Wu, XY Cai, W Cui, CX Yuchi… - Computers in Biology …, 2021‏ - Elsevier
Background The motion path of instantaneous center of rotation (ICR) is a crucial kinematic
parameter to dynamically characterize cervical spine intervertebral patterns of motion; …

Experimental and numerical analysis of biomechanical effects in cervical spine positioning rotation manipulation

L Chang, H Wang, Y Guo, Z Cai… - International journal for …, 2022‏ - Wiley Online Library
Unlocking the biomechanical effects of cervical spine positioning rotation manipulation in
the treatment of patients with neck pain. In this paper, the safety of the cervical positioning …

Effects of cervical rotatory manipulation on the cervical spinal cord: a finite element study

F Xue, Z Chen, H Yang, T Chen, Y Li - Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and …, 2021‏ - Springer
Background Little information is available concerning the biomechanism involved in the
spinal cord injury after cervical rotatory manipulation (CRM). The primary purpose of this …