Ilizarov fixator system

Collaboration in Orthopedic Innovation

Our project represented a significant advancement in orthopedic treatment, merging the fields of bone mechanics and orthopedic surgery. This collaboration aimed to improve methods for treating bone defects, particularly in the context of limb reconstruction. Highlights of this initiative included:

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: A joint effort that bridged advanced research in bone mechanics with practical orthopedic applications.

• Focus on Bone Remodeling and Ilizarov Fixators: Enhancing existing bone remodeling simulations to address bone defects and the mechanics of Ilizarov fixator systems.

• Presented at BLRS 2021: The project’s findings were featured at the prestigious British Limb Reconstruction Society (BLRS) 2021 Annual Scientific Meeting.

Research on Tibial Defects and Fine Wire Fixators

Our study, titled “Finite Element Modelling of Tibial Defects Managed with a Fine Wire Fixator,” introduced new insights into the treatment of tibial defects. Key aspects of this research included:

• Application of Finite Element Analysis (FEA): Developing a model to understand the mechanical response in tibial defects, overcoming limitations of traditional clinical methods.

• Methodological Innovation: Using CT imaging for precise modeling of tibial defects and constructing a detailed simulation of an Ilizarov fixator under various conditions.

• Insightful Findings: The research revealed key insights about the impact of defect size on strain and the minimal influence of bone material properties on defect mechanics.

• Conclusion and Impact: We aimed to further refine this model for broader applications in limb reconstruction, demonstrating the potential of this method in enhancing orthopedic treatment strategies.