A finite element model of upper cervical vertebrae (C0–C3) and biomechanical analysis of the atlas

摘要

In this paper, a three-dimensional (3D) FE model of the healthy human upper cervical vertebrae (C0–C3) was built having considered cortical and cancellous bone. The model was validated using numerical results obtained by other authors. The stress distribution and potential fracture patterns of the atlas were analyzed under different loads and force moments in 3 conditions. The results of FE analysis would be referenced by surgeon.