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Multidirectional Optical Bone Densitometry Using a Simulation-Based Machine Learning Model: Experimental Validation

Shigeo M Tanaka1, Kaito Yoshikawa2

  • 1Faculty of Frontier Engineering, Institute of Science and Engineering, Kanazawa University, Kakumamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-1192, Japan. shigeo@se.kanazawa-u.ac.jp.

Annals of Biomedical Engineering
|July 2, 2026
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This study experimentally validates a multidirectional optical bone densitometry method using bone phantoms. The approach accurately predicts bone density, showing promise for future optical bone assessment.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Optics
  • Medical Imaging
  • Biomaterials

Background:

  • Multidirectional optical bone densitometry was previously simulated but lacked experimental validation.
  • Assessing bone density optically offers a non-invasive alternative to traditional methods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To experimentally validate a simulation-based multidirectional optical bone densitometry approach.
  • To assess the feasibility of using optical methods for bone density measurement.

Main Methods:

  • Bone phantoms with varying densities were created using Intralipos, agarose, and bovine cortical bone fragments.
  • Near-infrared laser light (850 nm) was applied from three directions.
  • Backward, lateral, and forward light intensity distributions were recorded and analyzed using a machine learning model.
Keywords:
Bone mineral densityMachine learningOptical bone densitometryOsteoporosis screeningSimulation

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Main Results:

  • The developed optical bone densitometry method achieved a strong correlation (r² = 0.85) between predicted and reference bone densities.
  • The experimental validation confirmed the predictive capability of the optical approach.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides proof-of-concept validation for the multidirectional optical bone densitometry method.
  • This research suggests a viable pathway for developing advanced optical bone density assessment tools.