Validation of an alignment method using motion tracking system for in-vitro orientation of cadaveric hip joints with reduced set of anatomical landmarks

In-vitro investigations have been crucial in the progression of our understanding of hip joint pathologies and biomechanics. Hip joint pathologies such as dysplasia and femoroacetabular impingement [1] as well as factors contributing to osteoporotic hip fracture risk are often investigated using cadaveric specimens [2 –6]. In-vitro models are also used to investigate surgical procedures and techniques [7], soft tissues [8], implants and joint replacements [9]. The quality and reliability of the experimental data depends on both a relevant model of the in-vivo condition and the accurate realization of this model in the experiment.

Source: Medical Engineering and Physics - November 25, 2017 Category: Biomedical Engineering Authors: Suzan Bsat, Ifaz Haider, Andrew Speirs, Paul Beaul é, Hanspeter Frei Tags: Technical note Source Type: research