Spine Journal Abstract- New Articles
- Thoracolumbar Burst Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Comparing Posterior-Only Instrumentation Versus Combined Anterior-Posterior Instrumentation July 26, 2021Study Design. Meta-analysis. Objective. To compare the clinical, functional, and radiological outcomes of posterior-only versus combined anterior-posterior instrumentation in order to determine the optimal surgical intervention for thoracolumbar burst fractures. Summary of Background Data. Unstable thoracolumbar burst fractures warrant surgical intervention to prevent neurological deterioration and progressive kyphosis, which can lead to significant pain and […]
- Cross-cultural Adaptation and Validation of the Simplified Chinese Version of the Copenhagen Neck Function Disability Scale July 26, 2021Study Design. A cross-sectional study. Objective. Th aim of this study was to translate and cross-culturally adapt Copenhagen Neck Function Disability Scale into a Simplified Chinese version (CNFDS-C), and evaluate the reliability and validity of CNFDS-C in patients with nonspecific chronic neck pain. Summary of Background Data. The CNFDS is a reliable and valid evaluation […]