Epidemiology of spinal fractures and associated spinal cord injuries in Iceland.

Study Design: A retrospective epidemiological study.

Setting: Landspítali University Hospital, Iceland.

Objectives: Assessment of epidemiological data and risk factors for traumatic spinal fractures (SFs) and associated spinal cord injury (SCI).

[Epidemiology of Spinal Cord Injury in Iceland from 1975 to 2014].

Introduction: Traumatic spinal cord injury (TSCI) is serious and often has long-term consequences. Since no cure has been found the emphasis has been on preventive measures. The incidence of TSCI varies between countries and the epidemiology has been changing.

Finite Element Modelling of the Femur Bone of a Subject Suffering from Motor Neuron Lesion Subjected to Electrical Stimulation.

Bone loss and a decrease in bone mineral density is frequently seen in patients with motor neuron lesion due to lack of mechanical stimulation. This causes weakening of the bones and a greater risk of fracture. By using functional electrical stimulation it is possible to activate muscles in the body to produce the necessary muscle force to stimulate muscle growth and potentially decrease the rate of bone loss.

Epidemiology of traumatic spinal cord injuries in Iceland from 1975 to 2009.

Study Design: Retrospective population-based epidemiological study.

Objectives: To assess the nationwide, population-based incidence, causes, age, gender, extent and prevalence of spinal cord injuries (SCIs) in Iceland from 1975 to 2009.

Setting: Landspitali University Hospital in Iceland, the single referral center for SCIs in Iceland.