Biomaterials and Biomechanics in Bioengineering
Volume 2, Number 4, 2015, pages 237-248
DOI: 10.12989/bme.2015.2.4.237
Selection of polymer material in the design optimization of a new dynamic spinal implant
Lucie Monède-Hocquard, Michel Mesnard, Antonio Ramos and Olivier Gille
Abstract
\"Dynamic stabilization\" systems have been developed in recent years to treat degenerative disorders of the spinal column. In contrast to arthrodesis (fusion), the aim here is to conserve intervertebral mobility to maximize comfort. When developing innovative concepts, many mechanical tests need to be carried out in order to validate the different technological solutions. The present study focuses on the B Dyn
Key Words
design optimization; elastomers; mechanical behavior; mechanical tests; spinal implant
Address
Lucie Monède-Hocquard, Michel Mesnard: University Bordeaux, I2M, CNRS UMR 5295, F-33405 Talence, France
Lucie Monède-Hocquard: Société S14 Implants, Pessac, France
Antonio Ramos: Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Aveiro, Pt-3810-197 Aveiro, Portugal
Olivier Gille: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Service Orthopédie, F-33000 Bordeaux, France