Changes in ankle biomechanics lead to altered load transmission through the ankle joint,
possibly predisposing it to osteoarthritis. Contributions of the different bands of the deltoid …

Sixteen pediatric patients (age range 3–15 years; mean 9.4 years) with atlantoaxial instability
underwent screw fixation at Columbus Children’s Hospital between 1992 and 1998. Three …

Background Lumbar spinal fusion surgeries are increasing steadily due to an aging and
ever-growing population. Patients undergoing lumbar spinal fusion surgery may present with …

Study Design We conducted decision analytical modeling using a Markov model to determine
the ICER of i-factor compared to autograft in ACDF surgery. Objective The efficacy and …

Spinous process fixation (SPF) has gained attention as a less invasive option for lumbar
fusion surgery. Minimally invasive techniques are of interest in an elderly population due to …

Introduction For decades, researchers and surgeons have sought to determine the optimal
biomaterial for spinal fusion implants. Successful fusion is associated with improved quality of …

Background and importance Congenital dermal sinus tract (DST) is a rare spinal dysraphism
characterized by a persistent tract lined by epithelial cells, beginning at the epidermis and …

Background Given the increased attention to functional improvement in spine surgery as it
relates to activities of daily living and cost, it is critical to fully understand the health care …

Background: Given the increased attention to functional improvement in spine surgery as it
relates to motion preservation, activities of daily living, and cost, it is critical to fully understand …

Study Design: A prospective multicenter clinical trial (NCT 03177473) was conducted with a
retrospective cohort used as a control arm. Objective: The purpose of this study was to …