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[A method for diagnosis of biomechanical characteristics of the spinal column]
Abstract:
A method for detection of biomechanical characteristics of the spinal column based on test shock action and a device for implementation of standard diagnostic tests are described. The diagnostic tests are based on short-term momentary elimination and subsequent restoration of support reaction in sitting patient with further analysis of the mechanical response using broadband seismic detectors located at acanthae and cranial bones.
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