The biomechanics laboratory conducts a wide range of applied and basic science research in orthopaedic biomechanics. Research methods often encompass in-vitro experiments with human or animal specimens and the use of computer modeling and analysis.
Current research topics include:
Studies of mechanical factors contributing to progression of cervical spine degeneration
Spine biomechanics
Femoroacetabular impingement and its biomechanical impact in pelvic region
Labrum reconstruction and biomechanical function of labral seal
Evaluation of fixation strength of various plates and screws
Evaluation of ligaments repair from sports injuries
Laboratory facilities include an MTS 809 servo hydraulic axial-torsion material testing system with FlexTest controller, Optotrak Certus 3D Motion Tracking System, AMTI six-axis load-cell and signal amplifier and other uni-axial load cells, micro-miniature DVRTs from MicroStrian, and various sensors for displacement and pressure measurement.
