Abstract

The medical causes of back injuries, particularly those involving spinal column ligaments, are poorly understood.

Lumbar ligamentous tissue was removed from patients undergoing surgery for back injuries. The tissue was analyzed using microscopic and biochemical techniques.

The structural organization and fine structure of spinal ligaments was clarified. The presence of mechanoreceptors and bare nociceptor endings was demonstrated. The data suggests that certain ligaments are important for spinal column control, and experience premature aging in workers with spinal column disorders.

Further study is necessary to clarify the phenomena identified by this study, and develop diagnostic tools and effective therapeutic modalities for back injuries.