Summary
This CAREER project will help unravel the contributions of tissues that stabilize joints. Injuries and diseases, such as osteoarthritis, can lead to joint instability that limits function and accelerates degeneration. The root cause of joint instability is not well understood because the contributions of different stabilizing tissues are intertwined. This project will advance an algorithm to understand how different tissues stabilize joints during common movements. Robotic technologies will be developed to evaluate joint and tissue properties. Educational activities will include undergraduate
