Magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) of multifidus muscle metabolites in chronic low back pain (CLBP)
ConclusionUsing1H-MRS, we demonstrated higher Lip and Lip/Cr ratios in the Mm of patients with CLBP, compared to asymptomatic controls. Mm Lip was correlated with CLBP intensity. An increase in Lip in the Mm may be a characteristic finding in CLBP and may offer a useful prognostic marker for guiding rehabilitation strategies. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - September 18, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Postural adaptations within normalized stability between older adults with and without chronic low back pain
ConclusionThe LBP group lacked postural stability within the thresholds less than a 20 mm radius at the second trial of unilateral standing. The significant group interaction with the thresholds indicates an adaptation strategy on sway thresholds. This postural reaction from repeated trials should be considered with sway excursion adjustments and fall prevention in older adults with LB. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - September 17, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
The Norwegian registry for spine surgery (NORspine): cohort profile
ConclusionNORspine is a well-designed population-based comprehensive national clinical quality registry. The register ’s methods ensure appropriate data for quality surveillance and improvement, and research. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - September 17, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
The Finnish spine register (FinSpine): development, design, validation and utility
ConclusionThe use of FinSpine is increasing. By gaining a larger coverage and completeness, the data can be used for research purposes which we believe will influence decision making and ultimately improve the outcomes and quality of life of the patients. Comparison with other national spine registers is possible, since FinSpine includes similar baseline characteristics and outcome measures (e.g., ODI, EQ-5D, VAS). (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - September 17, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
Cervical vertebral Hounsfield units are a better predictor of Zero-P subsidence than the T-score of DXA in patients following single-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion with zero-profile anchored spacer
ConclusionsLower cervical HU value indicates a higher risk of subsidence in patients following Zero-P fusion for single-level cervical spondylosis. HU values were better predictors of Zero-P subsidence than DXA T-scores. In addition, the measurement of HU value in the midsagittal, midcoronal, and midaxial planes of the cervical vertebral body provides an effective method for predicting Zero-P subsidence. (Source: European Spine Journal)
Source: European Spine Journal - September 16, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research
