Posterior stabilization at the cervicothoracic junction: a biomechanical study.

Study Design: This study biomechanically evaluated three fixation devices for stability with posterior two- and three-column injuries.

Objectives: To find an effective means of posteriorly stabilizing injuries at the cervicothoracic junction.

Summary Of Background Data: The cervicothoracic spine is complex anatomically and has been a difficult challenge in approach and stabilization of traumatic and degenerative disorders.