Figure 5

A) An increase of the expression of the MMP-1 in the examined disc specimen after the application of asymmetrical load through the external fixator. B) The intact control disc which was outside of the fixator and sustained no forces.
A) An increase of the expression of the MMP-1 in the examined disc specimen after the application of asymmetrical load through the external fixator. B) The intact control disc which was outside of the fixator and sustained no forces.