Total disc replacement alters the biomechanics of cervical spine based on sagittal cervical alignment: A finite element study

Conclusion: Preoperative cervical alignment should be an integral part of surgical planning for TDR surgery as different cervical alignments may significantly alter the postsurgical outcomes.

Source: Journal of Craniovertebral Junction and Spine - September 14, 2022 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Muzammil Mumtaz Justin Mendoza Sudharshan Tripathi Amey Kelkar Norihiro Nishida Ashish Sahai Vijay K Goel Source Type: research