A comparison of fracture response in female and male lumbar spine in simulated under body blast component tests.

Abstract: Underbody blasts (UBB) from mines and improvised explosive devices in military combat can cause debilitating spine injuries to vehicle mounted soldiers. Due to the …

Posture and helmet configuration effects on joint reaction loads in the middle cervical spine

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Between 43 and 97% of helicopter pilots in the Canadian Armed Forces report neck pain. Potential contributing factors include the weight of their helmet, …