Abstract: It was hypothesized that the nonlinear load-displacement relationship displayed by bone could be conferred on an implant by tailoring its structure, yielding an enhanced mechanical stimulation of ...

Abstract: Third-generation mechanical analogue bone models and synthetic analogue cortical bone materials manufactured by Pacific Research Laboratories, Inc. (PRL) are popular tools for use in mechanical ...

Abstract: Surgical treatment interventions for low-back pain are increasing. Surgical risk associated with new techniques can be reduced by practice on synthetic spine replicas. However, current models for ...

Abstract: Evaluation of spinal implants is limited by difficulties in testing biological structures. Soft tissues primarily control spinal biomechanical responses. The objective of this study is to show ...