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Kou W, Liang Y, Wang Z, Liang Q, Sun L, Kuang S. An Integrated Method of Biomechanics Modeling for Pelvic Bone and Surrounding Soft Tissues. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:736. [PMID: 37370667 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10060736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2023] [Revised: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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The pelvis and its surrounding soft tissues create a complicated mechanical environment that greatly affects the success of fixing broken pelvic bones with surgical navigation systems and/or surgical robots. However, the modeling of the pelvic structure with the more complex surrounding soft tissues has not been considered in the current literature. The study developed an integrated finite element model of the pelvis, which includes bone and surrounding soft tissues, and verified it through experiments. Results from the experiments showed that including soft tissue in the model reduced stress and strain on the pelvis compared to when it was not included. The stress and strain distribution during pelvic loading was similar to what is typically seen in research studies and more accurate in modeling the pelvis. Additionally, the correlation with the experimental results from the predecessor's study was strong (R2 = 0.9627). The results suggest that the integrated model established in this study, which includes surrounding soft tissues, can enhance the comprehension of the complex biomechanics of the pelvis and potentially advance clinical interventions and treatments for pelvic injuries.
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- Wei Kou
- Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Soochow University, Suzhou 215137, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Soochow University, Suzhou 215137, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Soochow University, Suzhou 215137, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Soochow University, Suzhou 215137, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Soochow University, Suzhou 215137, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Soochow University, Suzhou 215137, China
- College of Health Science and Environment Engineering, Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, China
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Cardwell MC, Martin JM, Meinerz C, Beck CJ, Wang M, Schmeling GJ. A cadaveric biomechanical evaluation of anterior posterior compression II injuries. Injury 2023; 54:834-840. [PMID: 36623999 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2022.12.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 12/31/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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PURPOSE Pelvic fractures are associated with high morbidity and often require surgical intervention. An Anterior Posterior Compression (APC) II injury consists of disruption at the pubic symphysis and anterior sacroiliac joint. Studies investigating specific ligamentous contributions would aid in development of novel fixation techniques. The objective of this study is to determine the level of pelvic destabilization from progressive soft tissue disruptions associated with APC II injuries. METHODS Six fresh-frozen cadaveric pelvises were dissected of soft tissues, preserving joint capsules and ligaments. Each pelvis was secured in a double-leg stance and joint motion was tracked with the specimens cyclically loaded to 60% body weight. Each specimen was measured in the intact state and again following stepwise destabilization to an APC II injury model (PS: sectioned pubic symphysis, IPS JOINT: PS + ipsilateral anterior sacroiliac, sacrotuberous, sacrospinous ligaments sectioned, IPS LIGS: IPS JOINT + ipsilateral interosseous ligaments sectioned, IPS JOINT+CONT ASI: IPS LIGS + contralateral anterior sacroiliac ligament disruption). RESULTS Compared to the intact state, there was a statistically significant increase in movement in the IPS JOINT (ipsilateral 177%, p<0.001; contralateral 46%, p<0.005) and IPS JOINT+CONT ASI (ipsilateral 184%, p<0.002; and contralateral 62%, p<0.002) states bilaterally. No significant change was demonstrated in the PS or IPS LIGS state. CONCLUSION Disruption of ipsilateral ligamentous structures destabilized both sacroiliac joints. The interosseous and posterior sacroiliac ligaments provide the majority of stability of the sacroiliac joint and will likely benefit most from surgical stabilization. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE mechanism-based reasoning.
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- Maxwell C Cardwell
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, United States; Medical College of Wisconsin, United States.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, United States; Medical College of Wisconsin, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, United States; Medical College of Wisconsin, United States
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- Floyd Medical Center Orthoapedic Trauma Surgery, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, United States; Medical College of Wisconsin, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, United States; Medical College of Wisconsin, United States
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Henyš P, Kuchař M, Hájek P, Hammer N. Mechanical metric for skeletal biomechanics derived from spectral analysis of stiffness matrix. Sci Rep 2021; 11:15690. [PMID: 34344907 PMCID: PMC8333423 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-94998-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2021] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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A new metric for the quantitative and qualitative evaluation of bone stiffness is introduced. It is based on the spectral decomposition of stiffness matrix computed with finite element method. The here proposed metric is defined as an amplitude rescaled eigenvalues of stiffness matrix. The metric contains unique information on the principal stiffness of bone and reflects both bone shape and material properties. The metric was compared with anthropometrical measures and was tested for sex sensitivity on pelvis bone. Further, the smallest stiffness of pelvis was computed under a certain loading condition and analyzed with respect to sex and direction. The metric complements anthropometrical measures and provides a unique information about the smallest bone stiffness independent from the loading configuration and can be easily computed by state-of-the-art subject specified finite element algorithms.
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- Petr Henyš
- grid.6912.c0000000110151740Institute of New Technologies and Applied Informatics, Faculty of Mechatronics, Informatics and Interdisciplinary Studies, Technical University of Liberec, Studentská 1402/2, 461 17 Liberec, Czech Republic
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- grid.4491.80000 0004 1937 116XDepartment of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Králové, Charles University, Šimkova 870, 500 03 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- grid.4491.80000 0004 1937 116XDepartment of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Králové, Charles University, Šimkova 870, 500 03 Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
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- grid.11598.340000 0000 8988 2476Department of Macroscopic and Clinical Anatomy, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerpl. 2, 8036 Graz, Austria ,grid.9647.c0000 0004 7669 9786Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany ,grid.461651.10000 0004 0574 2038Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU, Nöthnitzer Straße 44, 01187 Dresden, Germany
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Yang J, Zhao G, Xu H, Wang F. Three-Dimensional Finite Element Analysis of the Effects of Ligaments on Human Sacroiliac Joint and Pelvis in Two Different Positions. J Biomech Eng 2020; 142:081007. [PMID: 32060536 DOI: 10.1115/1.4046361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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To present the ligament effects on sacroiliac joint (SIJ) stability and human pelvis biomechanical characteristics in two different positions by using three-dimensional (3D) finite element (FE) models of pelvis. Based on the computed tomography (CT) data of human pelvis, three-dimensional FE models of human pelvis in sitting and standing positions were established, which include the bone (sacrum, ilium, and coccyx) and six ligaments (sacroiliac, sacrospinous, sacrotuberous, inguinal, superior pubic, and arcuate pubic ligaments). 600 N vertical load was applied at the upper surface of sacrum to analyze the stress and displacement distribution of pelvis and SIJ. The simulation results demonstrated that the maximum stresses of sacrum and ilium on SIJ contact surface were 5.63 MPa and 7.40 MPa in standing position and 7.44 MPa and 7.95 MPa in sitting position. The stresses of ligament dysfunction group were higher than that of health group, which increased by 22.6% and 35.7% in standing position and 25.2% and 43.6% in sitting position in sacrum and ilium. The maximum displacements located on the upper surface of sacrum, which were 0.13 mm and 1.04 mm in standing and sitting positions. Ligaments dysfunction group increased 30.7% and 9.6% than health group in standing and sitting positions. The integral displacement of pelvis was greater in sitting position. The location of stress concentration and displacement distribution of pelvic bone are closely resembled previous research results in two different positions. The simulation results may provide beneficial information and theoretical models for clinical research of pelvic fracture, joint movement, and ligament functional injuries, and so on.
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- Jiajing Yang
- Department of Medical Instrument and Food Engineering, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai 200093, China
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- Department of Medical Instrument and Food Engineering, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, 516 Jungong Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai 200093, China
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- Department of Medical Instrument and Food Engineering, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai 200093, China
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- Changhai Hospital of Shanghai, 168 Changhai Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai 200433, China
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Vibration Characterization of the Human Knee Joint in Audible Frequencies. SENSORS 2020; 20:s20154138. [PMID: 32722389 PMCID: PMC7436205 DOI: 10.3390/s20154138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2020] [Revised: 07/22/2020] [Accepted: 07/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Injuries and disorders affecting the knee joint are very common in athletes and older individuals. Passive and active vibration methods, such as acoustic emissions and modal analysis, are extensively used in both industry and the medical field to diagnose structural faults and disorders. To maximize the diagnostic potential of such vibration methods for knee injuries and disorders, a better understanding of the vibroacoustic characteristics of the knee must be developed. In this study, the linearity and vibration transmissibility of the human knee were investigated based on measurements collected on healthy subjects. Different subjects exhibit a substantially different transmissibility behavior due to variances in subject-specific knee structures. Moreover, the vibration behaviors of various subjects' knees at different leg positions were compared. Variation in sagittal-plane knee angle alters the transmissibility of the joint, while the overall shape of the transmissibility diagrams remains similar. The results demonstrate that an adjusted stimulation signal at frequencies higher than 3 kHz has the potential to be employed in diagnostic applications that are related to knee joint health. This work can pave the way for future studies aimed at employing acoustic emission and modal analysis approaches for knee health monitoring outside of clinical settings, such as for field-deployable diagnostics.
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Henyš P, Čapek L. Computational modal analysis of a composite pelvic bone: convergence and validation studies. Comput Methods Biomech Biomed Engin 2019; 22:916-924. [DOI: 10.1080/10255842.2019.1604949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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- Petr Henyš
- Department of Technologies and Structures, Technical University of Liberec, Liberec, Czech Republic
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- Department of Technologies and Structures, Technical University of Liberec, Liberec, Czech Republic
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Aldabe D, Hammer N, Flack NAMS, Woodley SJ. A systematic review of the morphology and function of the sacrotuberous ligament. Clin Anat 2018; 32:396-407. [PMID: 30592090 DOI: 10.1002/ca.23328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2018] [Accepted: 12/22/2018] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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The sacrotuberous ligament (STL) has been linked to conditions such as pelvic girdle pain and pudendal nerve entrapment, yet its contribution to pelvic stability is debated. The purpose of this review was to explore the current understanding of the STL and highlight any gaps in knowledge regarding its anatomy and function. A systematic search of the literature was conducted, focussing on the morphology and attachments of the STL, the relationship of the STL with surrounding structures, and its neurovascular supply and function. A total of 67 papers and four textbooks were obtained. The attachment sites of the STL are largely consistent; however, the extent of its connections with the long head of biceps femoris, gluteus maximus, piriformis, the posterior layer of the thoracolumbar fascia, and sacrospinous ligament are unclear. Morphometric parameters, such as mean STL length (6.4-9.4 cm), depth (0.3-0.4 cm), and width (1.8-3.5 cm, at its mid-point) are variable within and between studies, and little is known about potential side-, age-, or sex-related differences. The STL is pierced in several sites by the inferior and superior gluteal arteries, but information on its innervation pattern is sparse. Functionally, the STL may limit sacral nutation but it appears to have a limited contribution to pelvic stability. Some morphological aspects of the STL warrant further investigation, particularly its connections with surrounding structures, innervation pattern and function. Knowledge of the detailed anatomy and function of this ligament is important to better understanding its role in clinical conditions. Clin. Anat. 32:396-407, 2019. © 2018 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
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- Daniela Aldabe
- Department of Anatomy, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of Anatomy, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand.,Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany.,Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU, Dresden, Germany
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Fritz J, Fritz B, Dellon AL. Sacrotuberous Ligament Healing following Surgical Division during Transgluteal Pudendal Nerve Decompression: A 3-Tesla MR Neurography Study. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0165239. [PMID: 27828983 PMCID: PMC5102410 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0165239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2016] [Accepted: 10/07/2016] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Pelvic pain due to chronic pudendal nerve (PN) compression, when treated surgically, is approached with a transgluteal division of the sacrotuberous ligament (STL). Controversy exists as to whether the STL heals spontaneously or requires grafting. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine how surgically divided and unrepaired STL heal. A retrospective evaluation of 10 patients who had high spatial resolution 3-Tesla magnetic resonance imaging (3T MRI) exams of the pelvis was done using an IRB-approved protocol. Each patient was referred for residual pelvic pain after a transgluteal STL division for chronic pudendal nerve pain. Of the 10 patients, 8 had the STL divided and not repaired, while 2 had the STL divided and reconstructed with an allograft tendon. Of the 8 that were left unrepaired, 6 had bilateral surgery. Outcome variables included STL integrity and thickness. Normative data for the STL were obtained through a control group of 20 subjects. STL integrity and thickness were measured directly on 3 T MR Neurography images, by two independent Radiologists. The integrity and thickness of the post-surgical STL was evaluated 39 months (range, 9-55) after surgery. Comparison was made with the native contra-lateral STL in those who had unilateral STL division, and with normal, non-divided STL of subjects of the control group. The normal STL measured 3 mm (minimum and maximum of absolute STL thickness, 2-3 mm). All post-operative STL were found to be continuous regardless of the surgical technique used. Measured at level of Alcock's canal in the same plane as the obturator internus tendon posterior to the ischium, the mean anteroposterior STL diameter was 5 mm (range, 4-5 mm) in the group of prior STL division without repair and 8 mm (range, 8-9 mm) in the group with the STL reconstructed with grafts (p<0.05). The group of healed STLs were significantly thicker than the normal STL (p<0.05). We conclude that a surgically divided STL will heal spontaneously and will be significantly thicker after healing.
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- Jan Fritz
- Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 600 N Wolfe St., Baltimore, MD, 21287, United States of America
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- Department of Radiology, Orthopedic University Hospital Balgrist, Forchstrasse 340, 8008, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 600 N Wolfe St., Baltimore, MD, 21287, United States of America
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Böhme J, Lingslebe U, Steinke H, Werner M, Slowik V, Josten C, Hammer N. The extent of ligament injury and its influence on pelvic stability following type II anteroposterior compression pelvic injuries--A computer study to gain insight into open book trauma. J Orthop Res 2014; 32:873-9. [PMID: 24664964 DOI: 10.1002/jor.22618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2013] [Accepted: 02/20/2014] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Surgical stabilization of the pelvis following type II anteroposterior compression pelvic injuries (APCII) is based on the assumption that the anterior sacroiliac, sacrospinous, and sacrotuberous ligaments disrupt simultaneously. Recent data on the ligaments contradict this concept. We aimed at determining the mechanisms of ligament failure in APCII computationally. In an individual osteoligamentous computer model of the pelvis, ligament load, and strain were observed for the two-leg stance, APCII with 100-mm symphyseal widening and for two-leg stance with APCII-related ligament failure, and validated with body donors. The anterior sacroiliac and sacrotuberous ligaments had the greatest load with 80% and 17% of the total load, respectively. APCII causes partial failure of the anterior sacroiliac ligament and the pelvis to become horizontally instable. The other ligaments remained intact. The sacrospinous ligament was negligibly loaded but stabilized the pelvis vertically. The interosseous sacroiliac and sacrotuberous ligaments are likely responsible for reducing the symphysis and might serve as an indicator of vertical stability. The sacrospinous ligament appears to be of minor significance in APCII but plays an important role in vertical stabilization. Further research is necessary to determine the influence of alterations in ligament and bone material properties.
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- Jörg Böhme
- Department of Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstraße 20, 04103, Leipzig, Germany
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Ethanol and formaldehyde fixation irreversibly alter bones' organic matrix. J Mech Behav Biomed Mater 2014; 29:252-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2013.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2013] [Revised: 08/21/2013] [Accepted: 09/02/2013] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Hammer N, Steinke H, Lingslebe U, Bechmann I, Josten C, Slowik V, Böhme J. Ligamentous influence in pelvic load distribution. Spine J 2013; 13:1321-30. [PMID: 23755919 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2013.03.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2012] [Revised: 01/03/2013] [Accepted: 03/20/2013] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT The influence of the posterior pelvic ring ligaments on pelvic stability is poorly understood. Low back pain and sacroiliac joint (SIJ) pain are described being related to these ligaments. Computational approaches involving finite element (FE) modeling may aid to determine their influence. Previous FE models lacked in precise ligament geometries and material properties, which might have influence on the results. PURPOSE AND STUDY DESIGN The aim of this study is to investigate ligamentous influence in pelvic stability by means of FE using precise ligament material properties and morphometries. METHODS An FE model of the pelvis bones was created from computer tomography, including the pubic symphysis joint (PSJ) and the SIJ. Ligament data were used from 55 body donors: anterior (ASL), interosseous (ISL), and posterior (PSL) sacroiliac ligaments; iliolumbar (IL), inguinal (IN), pubic (PL), sacrospinous (SS), and sacrotuberous (ST) ligaments; and obturator membrane (OM). Stress-strain data were gained from iliotibial tract specimens. A vertical load of 600 N was applied. Pelvic motion related to altered ligament and cartilage stiffness was determined in a range of 50% to 200%. Ligament strain was investigated in the standing and sitting positions. RESULTS Tensile and compressive stresses were found at the SIJ and the PSJ. The center of sacral motion was at the level of the second sacral vertebra. At the acetabula and the PSJ, higher ligament and cartilage stiffnesses decrease pelvic motion in the following order: SIJ cartilage>ISL>ST+SS>IL+ASL+PSL. Similar effects were found for the sacrum (SIJ cartilage>ISL>IL+ASL+PSL) but increased ST+SS stiffnesses increased sacral motion. The influence of the IN, OM, and PL was less than 0.1%. Compared with standing, total ligament strain was reduced to 90%. Increased strains were found for the IL, ISL, and PSL. CONCLUSIONS Posterior pelvic ring cartilage and ligaments significantly contribute to pelvic stability. Their effects are region- and stiffness dependent. While sitting, load concentrations occur at the IL, ISL, and PSL, which goes in coherence with the clinical findings of these ligaments serving as generators of low back pain.
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- Niels Hammer
- Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Anatomy, University of Leipzig, Liebigstraße 13, 04103 Leipzig, Germany; Department of Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Leipzig, Liebigstraße 13, 04103 Leipzig, Germany.
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Experimental Testing of Vibration Analysis Methods to Monitor Recovery of Stiffness of a Fixated Synthetic Pelvis: A Preliminary Study. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2013. [DOI: 10.4028/www.scientific.net/kem.558.386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Monitoring the healing of long bones has been studied extensively to reduce the period of encumbrance and unnecessary pain for patients suffering from fractured bones. This is more critical for unstable fractures in the pelvis as the patients can bedridden for up to 12 weeks to allow proper healing to take place. Current methods employed to monitor long bone healing are insufficient for applications in the pelvis as the human pelvis presents a significant change in geometry which demands a different approach. This paper explores an approach where vibration analysis is used to provide in-situ monitoring of a healing fracture in a human pelvis. Experimental tests were conducted on 4th generation synthetic pelvises instrumented with an array of PZT sensors. The synthetic pelvises were cut at the sacrum to simulate a fractured pelvis followed by the application of araldite epoxy to simulate healing by allowing the epoxy to cure. Measurements were collected from the sensor array over the curing period to obtain the transfer functions (TFs) for various excitations. An impact hammer was utilised to obtain powerful broadband excitations while the PZT sensors were used to detect the response in the synthetic pelvis as a results of these excitation signals. A comparison of TF against cure time (healed amount) indicates the presence of a significant relationship with the stiffness recovery of the epoxy at the cut of the synthetic model.
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Feasibility of Laser Doppler Vibrometry as potential diagnostic tool for patients with abdominal aortic aneurysms. J Biomech 2013; 46:1113-20. [PMID: 23466177 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2013.01.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2012] [Revised: 12/04/2012] [Accepted: 01/13/2013] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The application of laser measurements in medical applications makes it possible to measure even very small vibrations without contacting the skin surface. In the present work we investigate the use of a scanning vibrometer to measure the mechanical wave of the abdominal wall caused by the heart beat and blood pressure pulse. A Laser Doppler Vibrometer, triggered by cardiac signals, is used to scan points on a grid positioned on the abdomen of human subjects. The proposed procedure is intended for detecting anomalies in the abdominal cavity such as aortic aneurysms. Here, we outline the technical setup used in our preliminary in vivo experiments and present some preliminary results. This feasibility study shows that the proposed measurement procedure allows for measuring the skin motion, that the skin motion measured is related to the heart activity, and that there are indication that the presence of an abdominal aortic aneurysm significantly modifies the relation between blood pressure pulsations and skin motion on the abdomen.
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Gnat R, Spoor K, Pool-Goudzwaard A. Simulated transversus abdominis muscle force does not increase stiffness of the pubic symphysis and innominate bone: an in vitro study. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2013; 28:262-7. [PMID: 23312210 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2012.12.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2012] [Revised: 12/17/2012] [Accepted: 12/18/2012] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND The transversus abdominis muscle is thought to exert a stiffening effect on the sacroiliac joints. However, it is unknown whether this muscle is capable of increasing pubic symphysis and innominate bone stiffness during load exerted on the pelvis. The objective of this study is to investigate whether in vitro simulated force of transversely oriented fibres of the transversus abdominis increases stiffness of the pubic symphysis and innominate bone. METHODS In 15 embalmed specimens an incremental moment was applied in the sagittal plane to one innominate with respect to the fixated contralateral innominate. For pubic symphysis motion and innominate bone deformation load-deformation curves were plotted and slopes of adjusted linear regression lines were calculated. The slopes are considered to be a measure of pubic symphysis and innominate bone stiffness. Slopes were tested for significant differences before and after simulation of the transversus abdominis force. FINDINGS Stiffness of pubic symphysis and innominate bone does not change under influence of simulated force of the transversus abdominis. For pubic symphysis, the slope of the regression line hardly changes, from 0.0341mm/Nm (SD 0.0277) before transversus abdominis force simulation to 0.0342mm/Nm (SD 0.0273) during simulation. For innominate bone, the mean slope increases minimally, from 0.0368mm/Nm (SD 0.0369) to 0.0413mm/Nm (SD 0.0395), respectively. INTERPRETATION Simulation of the force of a single muscle - transversus abdominis - does not increase stiffness of the pubic symphysis and innominate bone. The hypothesized stiffening influence of the transversus abdominis on the pelvic ring was not confirmed in vitro.
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- Rafael Gnat
- Department of Neuroscience, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Erasmus MC, Dr. Molewaterplein 50, 3015 GE Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
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Steinke H, Lingslebe U, Böhme J, Slowik V, Shim V, Hädrich C, Hammer N. Deformation behavior of the iliotibial tract under different states of fixation. Med Eng Phys 2012; 34:1221-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.medengphy.2011.12.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2011] [Revised: 12/09/2011] [Accepted: 12/14/2011] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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Comparative analysis of pelvic ligaments: a biomechanics study. Int Urogynecol J 2012; 24:135-9. [PMID: 22751993 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-012-1861-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2011] [Accepted: 06/10/2012] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) affects one third of women of all ages and is a major concern for gynecological surgeons. In pelvic reconstructive surgery, native ligaments are widely used as a corrective support, while their biomechanical properties are unknown. We hypothesized differences in the strength of various pelvic ligaments and therefore, aimed to evaluate and compare their biomechanical properties. MATERIALS AND METHODS Samples from the left and right broad, round, and uterosacral ligaments from 13 fresh female cadavers without pelvic organ prolapse were collected. Uniaxial tension tests at a constant rate of deformation were performed and stress-strain curves were obtained. RESULTS We observed a non-linear stress-strain relationship and a hyperelastic mechanical behavior of the tissues. The uterosacral ligaments were the most rigid whether at low or high deformation, while the round ligament was more rigid than the broad ligament. CONCLUSION Pelvic ligaments differ in their biomechanical properties and there is fairly good evidence that the uterosacral ligaments play an important role in the maintenance of pelvic support from a biomechanical point of view.
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Wong LCY, Chiu WK, Russ M, Liew S. Review of techniques for monitoring the healing fracture of bones for implementation in an internally fixated pelvis. Med Eng Phys 2012; 34:140-52. [DOI: 10.1016/j.medengphy.2011.08.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2011] [Revised: 07/22/2011] [Accepted: 08/23/2011] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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van Engelen S, van der Veen A, de Boer A, Ellenbroek M, Smit T, van Royen B, van Dieën J. The feasibility of modal testing for measurement of the dynamic characteristics of goat vertebral motion segments. J Biomech 2011; 44:1478-83. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2011.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2010] [Revised: 03/09/2011] [Accepted: 03/09/2011] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Hammer N, Steinke H, Böhme J, Stadler J, Josten C, Spanel-Borowski K. Description of the iliolumbar ligament for computer-assisted reconstruction. Ann Anat 2010; 192:162-7. [PMID: 20382512 DOI: 10.1016/j.aanat.2010.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2009] [Revised: 01/22/2010] [Accepted: 02/23/2010] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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STUDY DESIGN The iliolumbar ligament (IL) was examined using morphometric and virtual methods. OBJECTIVES A macroscopic study was performed to measure the anterior (AIL) and the posterior part of the IL (PIL). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA Though being a widely accepted cause of low back pain and lumbosacral instability, the IL is neglected in computer-based biomechanical studies due to the lack of morphometric information. METHODS Frozen sections prepared from 29 human subjects were measured and 7-tesla MR images made to distinguish the AIL and PIL. Cuboids were designated as geometric figures to both parts of the ligament, allowing computer-based calculations of length, surface, volume and angle of positional relationships. RESULTS Based on 7-tesla MR imaging, virtual reconstruction was conducted for one male pelvis, including the IL. While left- and right-side parameters varied at a statistically significant level, no gender-dependencies could be determined. Lengths of 30 and 25 mm were measured for the AIL and PIL, as well as heights of 17-19 mm, respectively, and a thickness of 4mm. CONCLUSIONS Correlations between the side-dependent parameters and the AIL and the PIL of the same side indicate close functional relationships. Additional dependencies suggest that the IL is capable of compensating age-related as well as bone-attributed alterations in lumbosacral morphology. The IL data and the visualised ligament structures contribute to determination of the influence of the IL in spinal and sacroiliac stability by means of computer-assisted biomechanics.
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- N Hammer
- Institute of Anatomy, University of Leipzig, D-04103 Leipzig, Germany
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Leung ASO, Gordon LM, Skrinskas T, Szwedowski T, Whyne CM. Effects of bone density alterations on strain patterns in the pelvis: Application of a finite element model. Proc Inst Mech Eng H 2009; 223:965-79. [DOI: 10.1243/09544119jeim618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Insufficiency fractures occur when physiological loads are applied to bone deficient in mechanical resistance. A better understanding of pelvic mechanics and the effect of bone density alterations could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment of insufficiency fractures. This study aimed to develop and validate a subject-specific three-dimensional (3D) finite element (FE) model of a pelvis, to analyse pelvic strains as a function of interior and cortical surface bone density, and to compare high strain regions with common insufficiency fracture sites. The FE model yielded strong agreement between experimental and model strains. By means of the response surface method, changes to cortical surface bone density using the FE model were found to have a 60 per cent greater influence compared with changes in interior bone density. A small interaction was also found to exist between surface and interior bone densities (< 3 per cent), and a non-linear effect of surface bone density on strain was observed. Areas with greater increases in average principal strains with reductions in density in the FE model corresponded to areas prone to insufficiency fracture. Owing to the influence of cortical surface bone density on strain, it may be considered a strong global (non-linear) indicator for insufficiency fracture risk.
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- A S O Leung
- Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Kawchuk GN, Decker C, Dolan R, Carey J. Structural health monitoring to detect the presence, location and magnitude of structural damage in cadaveric porcine spines. J Biomech 2009; 42:109-15. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2008.10.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2008] [Revised: 10/19/2008] [Accepted: 10/20/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Hammer N, Steinke H, Slowik V, Josten C, Stadler J, Böhme J, Spanel-Borowski K. The sacrotuberous and the sacrospinous ligament – A virtual reconstruction. Ann Anat 2009; 191:417-25. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aanat.2009.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2009] [Revised: 03/17/2009] [Accepted: 03/23/2009] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Kawchuk GN, Decker C, Dolan R, Fernando N, Carey J. The feasibility of vibration as a tool to assess spinal integrity. J Biomech 2008; 41:2319-23. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2008.04.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2008] [Revised: 04/22/2008] [Accepted: 04/23/2008] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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