The effects of axial loading on the morphometric and T2 characteristics of lumbar discs in relation to disc degeneration

loading

Goal of the Study? In this preliminary study, 1 the authors compared the effects of loading compression and traction on lumbar disc measurements, particularly the magnitude and distribution pattern of fluid within lumbar discs, in relation to intervertebral disc degeneration.   Why are they doing this study? Intervertebral disc degeneration (IVDD) is associated with many […]

Vertebral Osteophyte. Is it related to mechanics?

osteophyte

The patterns of vertebral osteophytosis (or the growth of bony projections from vertebrae) is a common study among researchers. The actual cause of these bony outgrowth projections has been questioned over the years, with some pointing to the abnormal movement patterns of motion segments. Others have questioned this and believe the cause to be related […]

Biomechanical Stress and Active Discopathy Theories in Low Back Pain (LBP)

Biomechanical stress and Modic 1

A study 1, in the European Spine Journal, set out to uncover some theories related to low back pain (LBP) and biomechanical stress. It concluded that using weight-bearing MRI scans offer a valuable complement to standard sequences due to them presenting the radiologist with additional (and beneficial) diagnostic information about low back pain. The Context […]

Effect of Time of Day on Height Loss Response Variability

Disc Height loss response

A study 1 in the journal of Ergonomics investigated the likelihood of variability of height loss in the sitting position being impacted by the time of day. The day-to-day variability in asymptomatic participants was also analyzed. The results shared data about height loss changes in the morning and the afternoon. LBP and Height Loss Millions […]

Can Spinal Shrinkage Be Reversed Through Press-Ups & Spinal Loading?

spinal shrinkage

There’s some interesting data shared in a study 1 found in the journal of Physiotherapy Theory and Practice. It looked at the possible reversal of spinal shrinkage through press-ups and spinal loading. Understanding Spinal Height and LBP Press-up exercises are commonly recommended by clinicians for preserving spinal health as well as to lower changes of […]