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Patient specific numerical shoulder model based on medical imaging

2012
Student Projects

Abstract

The shoulder is often described as the most complex human joint because of its anatomy and the high number of muscles participating in arm movements. The anatomy and the development of muscles depend on personal characteristics and the style of living. The aim of this project is to take into account the individual anatomy and to analyse the effects on shoulder mechanics. Therefore, patient specific numerical shoulder models will be generated out of medical imaging data. In the beginning the project will focus on how to obtain the patient specific shoulder properties out of medical imaging data. The obtained patient specific datasets will then be used to build patient specific numerical shoulder models in Abaqus. Basic knowledge in programming is recommended.

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2012
Student Projects

Abstract

Official source

https://infoscience.epfl.ch/entities/publication/cb8d9e37-7d74-4f81-b9a2-2fa2461b09a4

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Muscle contraction

Muscle contraction is the activation of tension-generating sites within muscle cells. In physiology, muscle contraction does not necessarily mean muscle shortening because muscle tension can be produced without changes in muscle length, such as when holding something heavy in the same position. The termination of muscle contraction is followed by muscle relaxation, which is a return of the muscle fibers to their low tension-generating state.

Shoulder

The human shoulder is made up of three bones: the clavicle (collarbone), the scapula (shoulder blade), and the humerus (upper arm bone) as well as associated muscles, ligaments and tendons. The articulations between the bones of the shoulder make up the shoulder joints. The shoulder joint, also known as the glenohumeral joint, is the major joint of the shoulder, but can more broadly include the acromioclavicular joint. In human anatomy, the shoulder joint comprises the part of the body where the humerus attaches to the scapula, and the head sits in the glenoid cavity.

Medical imaging

Medical imaging is the technique and process of imaging the interior of a body for clinical analysis and medical intervention, as well as visual representation of the function of some organs or tissues (physiology). Medical imaging seeks to reveal internal structures hidden by the skin and bones, as well as to diagnose and treat disease. Medical imaging also establishes a database of normal anatomy and physiology to make it possible to identify abnormalities.

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