Biomechanics of the Human Spine

Biomechanics of the Human Spine: Basic Concepts, Spinal Disorders and Treatments, Second Edition, features several enhancements. The core structure of the book remains unchanged, focusing on four distinct parts that should be read consecutively to provide a comprehensive understanding of spine biomechanics. In the first part, the book delves into the functional anatomy of the spine, with a special emphasis on aspects that are often overlooked in clinical literature but hold great biomechanical significance. The second part is dedicated to explaining the mechanics of individual spinal tissues. It covers commonly used testing setups and the mathematical models employed to represent these tissues in mathematical studies. The third part covers the contemporary methods employed in spine research, encompassing experimental testing, numerical simulation, and in vivo studies including imaging and motion analysis. The fourth and final part of the book emphasizes the biomechanical aspects of spinal pathologies and their surgical treatments, areas often lacking in biomechanical rigor. This book is an invaluable resource for biomedical engineers involved in spine biomechanics and for spinal surgeons seeking to broaden their biomechanical knowledge base. The book draws contributions from leading institutions worldwide, ensuring the latest research and expertise in the field of spine biomechanics.

• Complete reference which covers all topics related to spine biomechanics (tissue mechanics, methods of investigation, spinal disorders)
• Focus on clinically relevant research questions without compromising on scientific rigour
• Large group of expert contributors including specialists with worldwide recognition