Abstract
In the recent past several investigators have utilized finite element analysis (FEA) to simulate the load-deformation characteristics of the lumbar intervertebral joint [1,2,3,4,5,6]. The underlying goal has been to understand a role of mechanical factors associated with the injury and disease in the lumbar intervertebral joint. This study was performed with the intention of developing a defect or an injury model. A fiber reinforced composite finite element model of a lumbar disc L3-4 has been developed. This paper discusses sensitivities of one of the mechanical factors, namely material properties on the elongation and the stress behavior within the disc under uniaxial compressive load.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 437-447 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| State | Published - 1988 |
| Event | Computational Methods in Bioengineering - Chicago, IL, USA Duration: 27 Nov 1988 → 2 Dec 1988 |
Conference
| Conference | Computational Methods in Bioengineering |
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| City | Chicago, IL, USA |
| Period | 27/11/88 → 2/12/88 |