Table 4

Mean stiffness values for the pure compression and torsion test modes in the conditions tested

ModeIntactDiscectomyImplant
Pure comp (N/mm)1485 ± 2291364 ± 2351362 ± 241
Left torsion (Nmm/degree)4056 ± 6003610 ± 4253848 ± 316
Right torsion (Nmm/degree)3696 ± 4933259 ± 2433518 ± 278