Abstract
This article reviews the literature on the biomechanics of the lumbar intervertebral disk according to: 1) disk structure and properties, 2) biomechanical principles and their application to the disk, 3) biomechanics and intradiskal pressures as they relate to posture, work, and exercise, and 4) prophylactic measures.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 765-773 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Physical therapy |
| Volume | 60 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jan 1 1980 |
| Externally published | Yes |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation