Research areas
Biomechanics
My research on biomechanics aims to understand and improve the clinical outcomes of classic and novel surgical procedures that affect natural kinematics. The investigation lines include kinematic analysis after ligament reconstruction such as scapholunate ligament reconstruction in the wrist, Posterior Cruciate Ligament and Anterior Cruciate Ligament in the knee. I have investigated the biomechanical response and performance of implants such as humeral glenoid, total hip arthroplasty, and screw fixation and bone plates fixation.
Finite Element Modelling
This work on FE modelling is only possible with the synergy of Computer Aided Design (CAD), Digital image processing, and mechanical test to validate the models. The correct use of FE models allows the evaluation of devices, and to visualise the stress distribution on implants and bones subjected to complex loading scenarios. In my research evaluating surgical procedures, the development of subject-specific FE models allowed me to compare different techniques on the same subject under the same initial conditions, which is not possible in a clinic.