3. Medical imaging

Medical imaging is used as a basis for biomechanical modeling of the spine. Depending on the scientific question, these may be obtained from MRI cone beam computer tomography (CBCT), positron emission tomography (PET), single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT), and ultrasonography (US) [3]. From appropriate image data, using a specific image post-processing algorithm, 3D visualizations can be generated as well as an analysis of the biomechanical behavior of the tissue.
