Evaluation of the effects of various force configurations and magnitudes on scoliotic curve correction by use of finite element analysis: A case study

Conclusions: The results of this case study confirmed the efficiency of vertically directed forces to decrease scoliotic curves of lumbar and thoracic spinal parts. The results of this analysis confirmed the results of the available literature, which support the efficiency of some braces such as Boston, Lyon, and Cheneau, which were mostly designed based on full contact and vertical traction. The results of this study also support the feasibility of finite element analysis to predict the output of brace treatment by use of various force configurations. Level of Evidence: Level IV.
Source: Current Orthopaedic Practice - Category: Orthopaedics Tags: Original Research Source Type: research