Compression stresses in the posterior elements and pathologic consequences

Pathologic, experimental, and clinical studies indicate that excessive strain concentration may occur in the posterior elements of the spine and be increased by extension. They may cause small fractures in this region and can be responsible for episodes of back pain. The diagnosis is usually missed.

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Published in:Spine (Philadelphia, Pa. 1976) Pa. 1976), 1983-04, Vol.8 (3), p.338-339
Main Author: Jayson, M I
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Fractures, Bone
Humans
Intervertebral Disc - pathology
Lumbar Vertebrae - injuries
Lumbar Vertebrae - pathology
Stress, Mechanical
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Summary:Pathologic, experimental, and clinical studies indicate that excessive strain concentration may occur in the posterior elements of the spine and be increased by extension. They may cause small fractures in this region and can be responsible for episodes of back pain. The diagnosis is usually missed.
ISSN:0362-2436
DOI:10.1097/00007632-198304000-00019