Extension-flexion radiographs for motion studies of the lumbar spine. A comparison of two methods.

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective review. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate key risk factors for the development of C5 palsy after cervical corpectomy, including resection of the posterior longitudinal ligament (PLL). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Postoperative C5 palsy is a well-known complication after cervical spine surgery. It is unkn...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Nassr A,Aleem IS,Eck JC,Woods B,Ponnappan RK,Donaldson WF 3rd,Kang JD

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, the myoelectric activity of 12 paraspinal muscles of ten men aged 18-24 was recorded to examine the effects of backrest inclination and lumbar support in relation to driving. In total, 24 test conditions were evaluated over a 3.5-hour period in a single day. These tests were then repeated, changing the ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Hosea TM,Simon SR,Delatizky J,Wong MA,Hsieh CC

更新日期：1986-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Primary amyloidosis of bone is a rare disease process. When amyloid lesions do occur in bone, they are often associated with myeloma or other plasma cell dyscrasias. Because of its rarity and its protean clinical and radiographic picture adequate biopsy tissue for histopathologic studies is essential for accurate diag...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Leeson MC,Rechtine GR,Makley JT,Carter JR

更新日期：1985-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective database review OBJECTIVE.: The aim of this study was to analyze the implications of solid organ transplant (SOT) on postoperative outcomes following elective one or two-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Although SOTs have been associated with i...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Labaran LA,Harris AB,Puvanesarajah V,Amin R,Raad M,Jain A,Hassanzadeh H

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:An in vivo rat-tail model was adopted to study the structural changes of degenerated intervertebral disc after different traction protocols. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effects of traction with different modes and magnitudes on disc with simulated degeneration. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Traction has be...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Lai A,Chow DH

更新日期：2010-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to determine the incidence and severity of degenerative changes seen on lateral roentgenograms in 200 asymptomatic men and women in five age groups with an age range of 20-65 years and to determine the normal values of cervical lordosis and spinal canal sagittal diameters and their relati...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Gore DR,Sepic SB,Gardner GM

更新日期：1986-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A case report of ureteral injury as a complication incurred during a laparoscopy-assisted lumbar fusion. OBJECTIVE:To alert orthopedic surgeons to this injury, which may occur during such surgery. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Laparoscopy-assisted lumbar fusion is a minimally invasive surgical technique to ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Guingrich JA,McDermott JC

更新日期：2000-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective analysis of prospectively acquired data. OBJECTIVE:To identify interaction effects that modulate nonhome discharge (NHD) risk by applying coalitional game theory principles to interpret machine learning models and understand variable interaction effects underlying NHD risk. SUMMARY OF BACKG...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Martini ML,Neifert SN,Oermann EK,Gilligan JT,Rothrock RJ,Yuk FJ,Gal JS,Nistal DA,Caridi JM

更新日期：2020-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Report of the use of one segmental artery from the left renal artery as inflow source for reconstructing a spine with recalcitrant osteomyelitis. OBJECTIVE:To describe one difficult case of spinal osteomyelitis and our reconstruction procedure. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:The use of a vascularized fibular...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Yen YH,Hsieh TS,Hou SM,Wu SJ,Chen SC,Pu CM

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Longitudinal, repeated-measures study. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to determine changes in sagittal spinal posture in older adults during standing and sitting after a Pilates-based exercise program. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Pilates exercise is purported to improve posture, however, few peer-rev...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Kuo YL,Tully EA,Galea MP

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Longitudinal prospective study on a sample of 41 consecutive disc prosthesis patients, covering a postoperative time period of at least 2 years. OBJECTIVES:To document the rotational and translational range of segmental motion of patients instrumented with ProDisc II prostheses in the lumbar spine and to ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Leivseth G,Braaten S,Frobin W,Brinckmann P

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The role of thermography for diagnosing lumbar radiculopathy was evaluated by literature review and meta-analysis. From 81 relevant citations, 28 studies could be analyzed for diagnostic-accuracy data (sensitivity and specificity) and method. Diagnostic-accuracy data varied significantly between studies; therefore mea...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Hoffman RM,Kent DL,Deyo RA

更新日期：1991-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:The expression of growth-associated protein 43 (GAP-43), a marker of axonal growth, in the dorsal root ganglion (DRG) neurons innervating the lumbar intervertebral disc was assessed using the retrograde tracing method and immunohistochemistry. OBJECTIVES:To study whether disc inflammation affects GAP-43 e...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Aoki Y,Ohtori S,Ino H,Douya H,Ozawa T,Saito T,Moriya H,Takahashi K

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A case report of dorsally sequestered cervical disc herniation. OBJECTIVE:To present an unusual case of dorsally sequestered cervical disc herniation and to briefly review the literature on this condition. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:There have been few reports of migration of cervical disc herniation to ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Tofuku K,Koga H,Kawabata N,Yuasa S,Yone K,Komiya S

更新日期：2007-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Pain drawings were scored and their relationship to discographic pain responses was investigated. OBJECTIVES:The purpose of this study was to determine if there was a relationship between patients indicating pain in nonanatomic patterns on pain drawings (possibly suggestive of a tendency to overreport pai...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Ohnmeiss DD,Vanharanta H,Guyer RD

更新日期：1995-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective review of pediatric patients with vertebral and spinal cord tumors. OBJECTIVES:To identify clinical and radiographic features of diagnostic importance, and to evaluate the effectiveness of surgical treatment with respect to complications in pediatric patients with vertebral and spinal cord t...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Parikh SN,Crawford AH

更新日期：2003-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A case of bilateral symptomatic facet joint synovial cysts arising in association with calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease is reported. OBJECTIVE:To present a previously unreported cause for symptomatic synovial cysts of the lumbar spine. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Synovial cysts of the facet joints...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Gadgil AA,Eisenstein SM,Darby A,Cassar Pullicino V

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Mixed-method. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the association between objective and subjective cervical range of motion (ROM) among patients with neck pain, and to assess the awareness of impairments. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Cervical ROM is frequently used to evaluate neck pain, but it is also important to know...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Langenfeld A,Bastiaenen C,Sieben J,Humphreys BK,Swanenburg J

更新日期：2018-09-15 00:00:00

abstract：:The personnel at a geriatric hospital were randomized into two groups. One group was allowed to exercise during working hours to improve back muscle strength, endurance, and coordination. The other group did not participate in the exercise program and received no further advice or information. After 13 months, the tra...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Gundewall B,Liljeqvist M,Hansson T

更新日期：1993-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Case report. OBJECTIVES:To report 2 unusual cases of Pseudomonas aeruginosa epidural abscesses and cervical osteomyelitis after routine dental extractions and to review relevant literature. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a rare cause of cervical osteomyelitis in patients after denta...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Walters HL,Measley R

更新日期：2008-04-20 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:An experimental rat study. OBJECTIVE:To assess pain-related behavior and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) expression induced by nucleus pulposus (NP) applied to nerve roots in rats. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Radiculopathy from disc herniation is caused by nerve compression and chemical inflamma...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Miyoshi S,Sekiguchi M,Konno S,Kikuchi S,Kanaya F

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Experimental animal study. OBJECTIVE.: Evaluate osteopromotive properties of a beta-tricalcium phosphate (TCP) implant with different osteogenic substances in an animal study. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Current research in spine surgery is focusing on resorbable bone implants because of the high morbidity...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Becker S,Maissen O,Ponomarev I,Stoll T,Rahn B,Wilke I

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Cultured annulus fibrosus cells within an atelocollagen honeycomb-shaped scaffold with a membrane seal were allografted into the lacunas of intervertebral discs of which the nucleus pulposus had been vaporized using an indocyanine green dye-enhanced laser. Regeneration of the intervertebral disc was assess...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Sato M,Asazuma T,Ishihara M,Ishihara M,Kikuchi T,Kikuchi M,Fujikawa K

更新日期：2003-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Human lumbar functional spinal units (FSUs) were moved throughout their range of motion in sagittal and lateral bending while the dynamics of this movement were computed in vitro. Functional spinal units were tested intact and after subsequent discectomy and unilateral facetectomy. OBJECTIVE:To establish ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Ogon M,Bender BR,Hooper DM,Spratt KF,Goel VK,Wilder DG,Pope MH

更新日期：1997-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A randomized complete block animal spinal implant infection model with internal control. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to develop a spinal implant animal infection model to simulate postoperative gram-negative wound infection. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Implant-associated surgical site infections (...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Laratta JL,Shillingford JN,Hardy N,Lehman RA,Lenke LG,Riew KD

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A posterolateral technique to decompress retropulsed bone from the spinal canal has been employed in nine patients, confirmed with intraoperative canal inspection and pre- and postoperative computed axial tomographic (CAT) evaluation. This technique has allowed reduction of retropulsed bony elements from the spinal ca...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Garfin SR,Mowery CA,Guerra J Jr,Marshall LF

更新日期：1985-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Post hoc analysis of data from the National Low Back Pain Study, a prospective observational multicenter study of patients referred for the evaluation and treatment of persistent low back problems. OBJECTIVE:To identify patient characteristics associated with use of particular diagnostic imaging examinati...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Ackerman SJ,Steinberg EP,Bryan RN,BenDebba M,Long DM

更新日期：1997-07-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:A cadaveric study OBJECTIVE.: The aim of this study was to analyze the in situ macro- and microscopic configuration of the type II cyst and its anatomic relationship with surrounding structures. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:The lack of consensus of surgical strategy to manage symptomatic type II meningeal c...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Thorpe Lowis CG,Zhang M,Amin NF

更新日期：2016-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective cohort study. OBJECTIVE:The goals of this study were to (A) evaluate preoperative bone quality assessment and intervention practice over time and (B) review the current evidence for bone evaluation in spine fusion surgery. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Deformity spine surgery has demonstrated ...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Kuprys TK,Steinmetz LM,Fischer CR,Protopsaltis TS,Passias PG,Goldstein JA,Bendo JA,Errico TJ,Buckland AJ

更新日期：2019-06-15 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY DESIGN:Retrospective observational cohort study. OBJECTIVE:To determine change in pelvic incidence (PI) and loss of correction after long fusion with iliac screws, the effect of iliac screw loosening, and global alignment according to postoperative PI. SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA:Posterior long fixation and fusi...

journal_title：Spine

authors： Oba H,Ebata S,Takahashi J,Ikegami S,Koyama K,Haro H,Kato H,Ohba T

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00