Project description
This project aims to develop a computational framework that combines biomechanical modelling (using finite element methods) and 3D printing for optimising socket design. Using such framework, healthcare workers with little prosthetics training can work on the ground, while communicating with experienced prosthetists further afield. Ultimately, this is expected to reduce the risk of injury, the time required for socket design and fabrication, the number of visits to prosthetic facilities to obtain best-fit, and consequently improve service efficiencies and patient satisfaction.
Supervisors research focus
My research combines in-vitro experiments, medical/high-resolution imaging with multiscale computational (micro- and macro- finite element (FE)) modelling to: (i) comprehensively evaluate novel and improve existing prostheses designs, and (ii) study biomechanical injuries such as bone fractures and pressure sores. These injuries affect a diverse range of patients including the elderly population, patients with OA, diabetics as well as wheelchair users and bed-ridden patients. Though my research I aspire to improve injury prevention, care and treatment.
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