Biomechanics of the Human Spine
Basic Concepts, Spinal Disorders and Treatments
by Fabio Galbusera, Hans-Joachim Wilke
2nd Edition
Publisher: Academic Press
Book Details
| Print ISBN | 9780443265686 |
| eText ISBN | 9780443265693 |
| Publisher | Academic Press |
| Publishing Year | 2026 |
| Edition | 2nd Edition |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 572 |
Biomechanics of the Human Spine, 2nd Edition, delivers a comprehensive reference on the mechanical principles, structural pathologies, and corrective strategies of the human spine. The volume provides biomedical engineers and spinal surgeons with structured guidance regarding how spinal structures bear loads, degrade under stress, and respond to surgical interventions.
The material is organized across four core sections: functional anatomy, tissue mechanics, research methods, and surgical treatments. Readers follow a systematic progression that begins with biological structures and physical tissue behavior, advances through diagnostic research tools, and concludes with operative procedures for spinal disorders.
This clear presentation links fundamental biomechanical principles directly with clinical practice. The reference assists researchers and engineering students seeking to analyze spinal motion, evaluate structural integrity, and assess reconstructive therapies.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Historical perspective on spine biomechanics research
Chapter 2: Anatomy, development and evolution of the human spine
Chapter 3: General biomechanics of the spine
Chapter 4: The cervical spine
Chapter 5: The thoracic spine and the rib cage
Chapter 6: The lumbar spine
Chapter 7: Sacrum and pelvis
Chapter 8: Vertebral bone
Chapter 9: Intervertebral disc
Chapter 10: Vertebral endplates
Chapter 11: Spinal muscles
Chapter 12: Cell biomechanics and mechanobiology
Chapter 13: Spinal imaging
Chapter 14: Motion analysis
Chapter 15: In vitro testing of cadaveric specimens
Chapter 16: Standard testing
Chapter 17: Mathematical and finite element modeling
Chapter 18: Musculoskeletal modeling
Chapter 19: Animal models for spine biomechanics
Chapter 20: Machine learning and artificial intelligence
Chapter 21: Intervertebral disc degeneration
Chapter 22: Biomechanics of low back pain
Chapter 23: Disc herniation
Chapter 24: Biomechanics of physical therapy and rehabilitation
Chapter 25: Fixation and fusion
Chapter 26: Motion preservation
Chapter 27: Nucleus replacement and regenerative therapies
Chapter 28: Pediatric and adolescent scoliosis
Chapter 29: Sagittal imbalance
Chapter 30: Adult spine deformities
Chapter 31: Neuromuscular spine disorders
Chapter 32: Spinal fractures
Chapter 33: Whiplash
Chapter 34: Osteoporosis and osteoporotic fractures
Chapter 35: Spine tumors
Chapter 36: Biomechanics of spinal cord injuries
Chapter 37: Glossary
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