Journal of Spine

Zhonglai Qian

Publications

• Review Article
  A Review of Load Sharing Principle for Thoracolumbar Fractures
  Author(s): Huilin Yang, Jun Pan and Zhonglai QianHuilin Yang, Jun Pan and Zhonglai Qian
  
  Summary of background datas: The management for thoracolumbar fractures remains challenging. It is still controversial which surgical option and approach can correct the deformity, induce neurological recovery, allow patients early mobilization and return to work with minimal risk of complication. The load sharing classification was proposed to describe the thoracolumbar fracture and guide the surgical approach and widely used. Objectives: To review the related studies reporting the load sharing classification for the management of thoracolumbar fractures, discusses the generation, biomechanics, clinical application and advancement of load sharing classification. Material and Methods: PubMed was used to search for articles published from January 1992 to January 2013 using keywords (thoracolumbar fracture and load s.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2165-7939.1000142

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