A comprehensive reference on the latest spine technologies
Biomechanics of Spine Stabilization, Third Edition, is a comprehensive and highly readable reference that helps spine specialists understand the clinically important biomechanical principles underpinning spinal surgery and instrumentation so that the best clinical decisions can be made for patients. This new edition includes coverage of the latest spine technology that has evolved over the past decade, such as motion preservation technologies and minimally invasive spine surgery.
Features:
Single-authored text with the consistent, authoritative voice of world-renowned expert Dr. Benzel
More than 350 new figures and original line drawings help clarify information in the text
Extensive glossary of basic terminology on biomechanics for quick, easy reference
More than 400 review questions at the back of the book for help with exam preparation
This book is an excellent clinical reference for spine surgeons, residents, and fellows in the fields of orthopedic surgery and neurosurgery, neuroradiologists, and engineers working for spine device companies.
Section I Overview of Fundamental Concepts
1 Biomechanically Relevant Anatomy and Material Properties of the Spine and Associated Elements
2 Physical Principles and Kinematics
3 Stability and Instability of the Spine
Section II Spine and Neural Element Pathology
4 Bone Quality
5 Degenerative and Inflammatory Diseases of the Spine
6 Trauma, Tumor, and Infection
7 Spinal Deformations
8 Neural Element Injury
9 Correlation of the Anatomical and Clinical Domains
Section III Spine Surgery
10 Surgical Approaches to the Subaxial Spine
11 Destabilizing Effects of Spine Surgery
12 Spine Fusion
Section IV Spine Instrumentation Constructs: General Principles
13 Implant Material Properties
14 Component-Component Interfaces
15 Implant-Bone Interfaces
16 Qualitative Attributes of Spinal Implants: A Historical Perspective
17 Quantitative Attributes of Spinal Implants
18 Construct Design
19 Construct Failure and Failure Prevention
Section V Spine Instrumentation Constructs: Region Specific Considerations
20 Craniocervical and Upper Cervical Contructs
21 Ventral Subaxial Spine Constructs
22 Dorsal Subaxial Spine Contructs
23 Interbody Contructs
24 Lumbo Sacral-Pelvic Contructs
25 Regional Nuances
Section VI Spine Instrumentation Constructs: Deformity Management and Prevention Strategies
26 Deformity Prevention and Correction: Component Strategies
27 Deformity Prevention and Correction: Complex Clinical Strategies
28 Complex Instrumentation Contructs and Force Applications
Section VII Iatrogenic Pathologies and New Spine Surgery Techniques and Technologies
29 Subsidence and Dynamic Spine Stabilization
30 Vertebral Augmentation
31 Adjacent Segment Degeneration and Disease
32 Motion Preservation Technologies
33 Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
34 Construct Failure and Failure Prevention: The Decision Making Process
Section VIII Non-Operative Spine Stabilization
35 Bed Rest and Traction
36 Spinal Bracing
37 Exercises, Conditioning, and Other Non-Operative Strategies
Section IX Synthesis: Putting it All Together
38 Biomechanical Testing
39 The Decision-Making Process: A Reprise
