Eline van der Kruk en Judith Cueto Fernandez about personalized musculoskeletal models in BNN Breaking

People do not always move optimally, which can lead to physical complaints. This can have many causes, from a cruciate ligament injury in the knee to mobility problems after a stroke. Musculoskeletal models could be used to assess people with suboptimal movement patterns. These models simulate the function of muscles, and the load on bones and joints to better understand movement. This can help with rehabilitation, for example by learning to use the muscles differently. 

Musculoskeletal models in research are now based on the body of an average male. Scientists from TU Delft, Department of Mechanical Engineering, investigate how accurate these models are for a broad population. The one-size-fits-all approach could hinder proper treatment by doctors and physiotherapists. The researchers are therefore working on personalized musculoskeletal models based on a simple 3D scan.

Read more in the article from BNN Breaking: https://bnnbreaking.com/world/netherlands/tu-delft-innovates-with-gender-inclusive-musculoskeletal-models-for-enhanced-rehabilitation