Effects of Load History on Ovine Spinal Range of Motion

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dc.contributor.advisorHsieh, Adam Hen_US
dc.contributor.authorRotunno, Giulianaen_US
dc.contributor.departmentBioengineeringen_US
dc.contributor.publisherDigital Repository at the University of Marylanden_US
dc.contributor.publisherUniversity of Maryland (College Park, Md.)en_US
dc.date.accessioned2016-09-08T05:34:50Z
dc.date.available2016-09-08T05:34:50Z
dc.date.issued2016en_US
dc.description.abstractLoading of spinal motion segment units alters biomechanical properties by modifying flexibility and range of motion. This study utilizes angular displacement due to an applied bending moment to assess biomechanical function during high-magnitude and prolonged compressive loading of ovine lumbar motion segments. High compressive loads, representative of physiological lifestyle and occupational behaviors, appear to limit fluid recovery of the intervertebral disc, thereby modifying spinal flexibility and increasing spinal instability. Intermittent extensions, or backwards bending movements, may provide a protective effect against the load-induced spinal instability. This study contributes a greater understanding of the effects of load history on the function and health of the lumbar spine. Findings may inform future efforts investigating adjustments in spinal posture to preserve or promote the recovery of lumbar spinal biomechanics.en_US
dc.identifierhttps://doi.org/10.13016/M23N51
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/1903/18711
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.subject.pqcontrolledBiomedical engineeringen_US
dc.subject.pqcontrolledBiomechanicsen_US
dc.titleEffects of Load History on Ovine Spinal Range of Motionen_US
dc.typeThesisen_US

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