The modulus of elasticity of human cortical bone: an in vivo measurement and its clinical implications.
The modulus of elasticity was derived by combining the velocity of ultrasound measurements and photon absorption (Norland-Cameron method) in human cortical bone (proximal radius) in vivo. The results compare favorably with published values of the elasticity modulus obtained in vitro. Values obtained for a heterogeneous group of patients with bone and joint complaints differed from those of normal volunteers.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001847:Bone Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D001842:Bone and Bones; D004548:Elasticity; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D008903:Minerals / Q000032:analysis; D011859:Radiography; D011884:Radius / Q000032:analysis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D013057:Spectrum Analysis; D014463:Ultrasonography
D008903:Minerals