Combined flexion and compression negatively impact the mechanical integrity of the annulus fibrosus.

K Josh BriarDiane E Gregory

Published in: European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society (2023)

The current findings suggest that the mechanical properties of the interlamellar and intralamellar matrices are sensitive to flexion, creating an environment that promotes an increased potential for damage to occur.

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