Publications by authors named "Alexander M Adams"

Endplate deflection frequently occurs with vertebral failure, but the relationship between the two remains poorly defined. This study examined associations between endplate deflection under compressive loading and characteristics of the neighboring subchondral bone and intervertebral disc (IVD). Ten L1 vertebrae with adjacent IVDs were dissected, compressed axially in a stepwise manner to failure, and imaged with micro-computed tomography before each loading step.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Alexander M Adams"

  • - Alexander M Adams' research primarily focuses on the biomechanical properties of vertebrae, particularly examining the relationship between endplate deflection and vertebral fractures as well as the characteristics of surrounding bone tissue.
  • - In a key study published in 2014, Adams explored how endplate deflection occurs during vertebral failure, using a method that involved compressive loading on dissected L1 vertebrae and imaging techniques to assess changes.
  • - The findings from his research suggest significant associations between the structural integrity of vertebrae and the underlying trabecular bone, highlighting the importance of understanding these relationships for improved fracture risk assessment and treatment strategies.