[The orthopedics-traumatology department]

Area of Science:

• Orthopaedic surgery
• Biomaterials science
• Biomedical engineering

Context:

• The Department integrates clinical practice with research, focusing on advanced orthopaedic technologies.
• Pioneering the clinical use of "smart" orthopedic implants for enhanced monitoring and assessment.
• Addressing challenges in bone demineralization during spaceflight and disuse osteoporosis.

Purpose:

• To evaluate the efficacy of smart orthopedic implants in assessing fracture healing and implant fixation.
• To investigate the mechanical properties of external fixation pins and develop improved implants.
• To explore the biomechanical principles of upper limb external fixation and its clinical applications.
• To research the effects of electromagnetic fields (EMF) on cell differentiation for potential therapeutic applications.

Summary:

• Developed and applied "smart" orthopedic implants for real-time monitoring of fracture healing and implant stability.
• Conducted in vitro and clinical studies on external fixation pins, leading to new implant designs and refined clinical principles for upper limb fixation.
• Utilized isokinetic evaluation for assessing joint function post-arthroplasty and for medico-legal purposes.
• Investigated the impact of electromagnetic fields on cellular differentiation, with implications for healing and environmental exposure analysis.

Impact:

• Advanced the field of orthopedic surgery through innovative implant technology and biomechanical research.
• Provided new insights into managing bone health in critical conditions like spaceflight and osteoporosis.
• Established novel clinical applications for external fixation, particularly in complex upper limb cases.
• Opened avenues for utilizing electromagnetic fields in regenerative medicine and environmental health assessments.