Prior to implantation, medical devices are subjected to rigorous testing to ensure safety and
efficacy. A full battery of testing protocols for implantable spinal devices may include many …

Study Design. Finite element model of L3–S1 segment and confirmatory cadaveric testing
were used to investigate the biomechanical effects of a mobile core type artificial disc (Charité …

BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) has been increasingly used as a
biomaterial for spinal implants. PEEK lumbar fusion rods have recently become available for …

BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Surgeons are hesitant to mix components made of differing metal
classes for fear of galvanic corrosion complications. However, in vitro studies have failed …

Study Design. An in vitro human cadaveric biomechanical study. Objectives. To quantify
effects on operated and other levels, including adjacent levels, due to CHARITÉ disc …

Study Design. A human cadaveric biomechanical study of lumbar mobility before and after
fusion and with or without supplemental instrumentation for 5 instrumentation configurations. …

Various ball and socket-type designs of cervical artificial discs are in use or under investigation.
Many artificial disc designs claim to restore the normal kinematics of the cervical spine. …

… Hassan Serhan is an employee of DePuy Synthes and a stock Holder of Johnson & Johnson.
The remaining authors declare no … Other articles in this journal by Hassan Serhan, PhD …

✓The clinical success of lumbar spinal fusion varies considerably, depending on techniques
and indications. Although spinal fusion generally helps to eliminate certain types of pain, it …

Over the past few decades, remarkable advancements in the understanding of the origin of
low-back pain and lumbar spinal disorders have been achieved. Spinal fusion is generally …