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FE predicted stiffness (mean ± standard deviation for the 12 vertebrae) obtained using the generic-anisotropic and specimen-specific, anisotropic material properties
| Generic-anisotropic | Specimen-specific, anisotropic | |
|---|---|---|
| Column of trabecular bone: | ||
| Axial stiffness (kN/mm) | 7.34 ± 2.39 | 7.32 ± 2.65 |
| Vertebra: | ||
| Axial stiffness (kN/mm) | 16.09 ± 5.52 | 16.24 ± 5.07 |
| Bending stiffness (MNmm/rad) | 1.48 ± 0.61 | 1.51 ± 0.60 |
