NIH/NIAMS - Influence of Spinal Loading on Vertebral Fracture
This project aims to validate novel musculoskeletal models specifically in older men and women performing dynamic activities of daily living, and to test, in population-based cohorts, whether subject-specific estimates of spinal loading improve prediction of vertebral fractures. Our lab is leading motion analysis data collection of dynamic activities in older adults, and subject-specific musculoskeletal modeling areas of the project.
DoD CDMRP - Personalized Computational Modeling to Support Effective Use of Back Support Exosuits to Prevent Back Injuries
The long-term goal of this project is to assess the performance of back support exosuits utilizing personalized computational modeling.
NIH/NIAMS - Predicting Fracture Risk in Patients Treated with Radiotherapy for Spinal Metastatic Disease
The overall goal of this project is to better predict fracture risk to guide management of patients with spinal metastases. Our lab is working on evaluation of trunk spine and muscle properties in clinical CT scans, the creation of patient-specific musculoskeletal models, and evaluation of spinal loading in patients.