Computational modeling of posteroanterior lumbar traction by an automated massage bed: predicting intervertebral disc stresses and deformation

• Main Authors: Luis Cardoso (Author), Niranjan Khadka (Author), Jacek P. Dmochowski (Author), Edson Meneses (Author), Kiwon Lee (Author), Sungjin Kim (Author), Youngsoo Jin (Author), Marom Bikson (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2022-08-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Spinal traction is a physical intervention that provides constant or intermittent stretching axial force to the lumbar vertebrae to gradually distract spinal tissues into better alignment, reduce intervertebral disc (IVD) pressure, and manage lower back pain (LBP). However, such axial traction may c...