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A Proinflammatory, Degenerative Organ Culture Model to Simulate Early-Stage Intervertebral Disc Disease.
Published on: February 14, 2021
Degeneration of the intervertebral disc with new approaches for treating low back pain
C L Le Maitre1, A L Binch, A A Thorpe
1Biomedical Research Centre, Sheffield Hallam University - seanfrancishughes@imperial.ac.uk.
Abstract:
This review paper discusses the process of disc degeneration and the current understanding of cellular degradation in patients who present with low back pain. The role of surgical treatment for low back pain is analysed with emphasis on the proven value of spinal fusion. The interesting and novel developments of stem cell research in the treatment of low back pain are presented with special emphasis on the importance of the cartilaginous end plate and the role of IL-1 in future treatment modalities.
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