Shape and biomechanical models for population specific design of anatomical peri-articular implants

• Forschungsstelle: INNOSUISSE
• Projektnummer: 7961.2;4 LSPP-LS
• Projekttitel Englisch: Shape and biomechanical models for population specific design of anatomical peri-articular implants

Kurzbeschreibung (Englisch)

Shape and biomechanical models for population specific design of anatomical peri-articular implants

Abstract (Englisch)

Designing peri-articular trauma implants with a high market penetration requires that the implants fit the majority of the target population, and that clear guidelines are provided to their proper use. Specifically, trauma plates must contour well with the bone and have adequate stiffness to ensure suitable conditions for fracture healing. At present, little is known about the average anatomical bone contours and local bone densities across a population whilst implants are getting larger without actually improving treatment. In this project new tools to gather and structure anatomical data will be developed and applied along side structural analysis to design trauma plates, which fit a chosen target population and minimizes implanted metal. In addition indications for the use of external plates vs. nails will be identified for a range of common fracture types. The Asia Pacific region has been chosen as the target population and peri-articular fractures of the proximal tibia will be considered in this project. When the technology has been developed and proven, a full range of implants and populations can be developed. The expected time to market for this product is expected to be 4 years