The Dynamic Disc Model: A Systematic Review of the Literature

Authors

Morey J. Kolber, Nova Southeastern UniversityFollow
W. J. Hanney

Publication Title

Physical Therapy Reviews

ISSN

1083-3196

Publication Date

2009

Abstract

The intervertebral disc (IVD) has been implicated in the etiology and pathogenesis of spine pain. Examination and treatment approaches directed at the IVD often cite a biomechanical principle referred to as the dynamic disc model (DDM), which is hypothesised to account for positional changes of the nucleus pulposus (NP). The DDM proposes a predictable pattern of NP migration in response to movements and positioning; consequently, this model has served the basis for many clinical decisions.

DOI

10.1179/174328809X452827

Volume

14

Issue

3

First Page

181

Last Page

189

Disciplines

Medicine and Health Sciences

NSUWorks Citation

Kolber, Morey J. and Hanney, W. J., "The Dynamic Disc Model: A Systematic Review of the Literature" (2009). Department of Physical Therapy Faculty Articles. 166.
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/hpd_pt_facarticles/166