Spine
-
Ahead of Print article withdrawn by publisher.
-
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Is behavioral graded activity cost-effective in comparison with manual therapy for patients with subacute neck pain? An economic evaluation alongside a randomized clinical trial.
An economic evaluation alongside a randomized controlled trial comparing behavioral graded activity (BGA) with manual therapy (MT). ⋯ On the basis of the data presented, we consider BGA not cost-effective in comparison with MT.
-
The study aims to investigate the dimensions and angular orientations of the pedicles of the first sacral segment at the L5-S1 junctions affected by transitional variations. ⋯ S1 pedicle morphology and angulation in the first sacral segment are different from the normal in L5-S1 transitional situations and hence should be mapped accordingly in screw placements at the region in context of such common variations.
-
Cross sectional. ⋯ The SAQ is a valid measure of self-image in patients with AIS with greater correlation to curve magnitude than SRS Appearance and Total score. It also discriminates between patients who require surgery from those who do not.
-
Surgically denucleated porcine intervertebral discs (IVD) were injected with BIOSTAT BIOLOGX Fibrin Sealant (FS), and the in vivo effects were assessed over time by histological, biochemical, and mechanical criteria. ⋯ FS facilitated structural, compositional, and mechanical repair of the surgically damaged IVD. These FS-derived benefits are likely due to its conductive scaffold properties and metabolically active constituents such as thrombin, factor XIII, and aprotinin acetate.