Orthopaedic Biomechanics

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Biomechanics

Stress, Force and Moment

Principal Axis Definition

Determination of Acting Forces

Free Body Diagram

Spinal Segment Loading Pattern

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Pushing or Pulling ?

Spinal Pathology

Biomechanics of the spine Vertebral Stiffness in vivo

Clinical Relevance

Variation of Load Vector Location on Vertebral Load

Supporting Effects of Kyphosis on Wedge Fracture

Injury Loading Pattern

Function of Spinal Implants

Virtual Testing of Spinal Implant

Structural Levels of Bone

Variation of Architecture due to Anatomical Site

Material Property Variation

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Load-Deformation Curve

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