Tara F. Bonner
Cleveland Clinic, Community Health Systems - Lutheran Hospital
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130
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About
Tara F. Bonner is an orthopedic biomechanics researcher whose work spans spinal surgery, hip arthroplasty, and musculoskeletal stabilization techniques. Her research is primarily focused on evaluating the mechanical performance of surgical constructs and implant systems through rigorous cadaveric and robotic modeling studies. Bonner has made notable contributions to spinal biomechanics, particularly in the evaluation of hybrid dynamic stabilization systems and interspinous fixation devices for lumbar fusion — two papers each earning 41 citations, reflecting their meaningful influence on surgical decision-making in spine care. Her 2014 investigation into thoracic burst fracture mechanics with an intact rib cage addressed a critical gap in classical biomechanical models, demonstrating the rib cage's often-overlooked role in fracture stability. Beyond spinal research, Bonner has contributed to hip joint biomechanics, employing sophisticated robotic cadaveric models to compare impingement-free range of motion in total hip arthroplasty versus femoral head resurfacing, and to quantify the acetabular labrum's stabilizing function. These studies offer valuable translational insights for surgical planning. Her cervical spine plate fixation research further demonstrates the breadth of her expertise across orthopedic subspecialties. Collectively, her work provides surgeons with evidence-based biomechanical frameworks to guide implant selection and operative technique.
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