Biomechanical

Publications

Probabilistic Response of a Validated and Verified Parametric Cervical Spine Finite Element Model

This paper details the development of a probabilistic finite element model of the cervical spine, designed to account for biological variability and uncertainty in geometry and material properties. The model was used to predict a range of potential responses under flexion and extension, with the goal of providing a more realistic assessment of injury probability in biomechanics research.

Mechanobiology of Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis: Finite Element Analyses with a Rat Model

This page introduces a biomechanics study that uses finite element analysis and a rat model to characterize the local mechanical environment during mandibular distraction osteogenesis.

THA loading Arising from Increased Femoral Anteversion and Offset May Lead to Critical Cement Stress

This biomechanics study uses a musculo-skeletal model and finite element analysis to investigate the impact of femoral anteversion and prosthesis offset on the loading of a total hip arthroplasty. The research demonstrates that certain implant orientations, particularly a combination of increased anteversion and offset, can lead to critical cement stresses that may increase the risk of implant loosening.

Medial Collateral Ligament Insertion Site and Contact Forces in the ACL-Deficient Knee

This biomechanics paper uses a combination of cadaveric experiments and finite element modeling to analyze the forces on the medial collateral ligament (MCL) in the presence and absence of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The study demonstrates that while ACL deficiency significantly increases MCL forces during anterior tibial loading, it does not significantly increase MCL forces during valgus loading, provided the MCL is intact.

Probabilistic Shape-Based Finite Element Analysis of Baboon Femurs

This biomechanics paper introduces a method for performing probabilistic finite element analysis on baboon femurs to account for natural variations. By modeling variability in bone geometry and density, the study predicts the range of potential biomechanical responses, specifically femur stiffness, for a given population.