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The structural attributes of the major ligaments in the thoracolumbar sacral spine.
| Main ligament | E (MPa) | k | L (mm) | A (mm2) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anterior longitudinal ligament | 7.8 | 8.74 | 20 | 22.4 |
| Posterior longitudinal ligament | 10 | 5.83 | 12 | 7.0 |
| Ligamentum flavum | 17 | 15.38 | 15 | 14.1 |
| Intertransverse ligaments | 10 | 0.19 | 32 | 0.6 |
| Interspinous ligaments | 10 | 10.85 | 13 | 14.1 |
| Supraspinous ligament | 8.0 | 2.39 | 22 | 10.5 |
