Assessment of Hip Fracture Risk Using Cross-Section Strain Energy Determined by QCT-Based Finite Element Modeling

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QCT-based finite element modeling: (a) QCT-scan of the subject’s femur; (b) 3D model generated from the QCT images; (c) 3D finite element model; (d) distribution of elasticity modulus; (e) single-leg stance configuration; and (f) sideways fall configuration.

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