Review of current spinal robotic orthoses

• Main Authors: Mak, David Siu Kei, Accoto, Dino
• Other Authors: School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: 2021
• Subjects: Engineering::Mechanical engineering; Osteoporotic Spine Fracture; Spinal Orthosis
• Online Access: https://hdl.handle.net/10356/151786
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

Osteoporotic spine fractures (OSF) are common sequelae of osteoporosis. OSF are directly correlated with increasing age and incidence of osteoporosis. OSF are treated conservatively or surgically. Associated acute pain, chronic disabilities, and progressive deformities are well documented. Conservat...