There have been important developments in materials and therapies for the treatment of spinal conditions. Biomaterials for spinal surgery summarises this research and how it is being applied for the benefit of patients.
A review of spine biology and biomechanics, the latest developments in spinal biomaterials such as cages, plates and discs, and developments in regeneration of the spine. Chapters include biomechanics on the spine, disc replacement, vertebroplasty and scoliosis surgery.