376-1397-00L Orthopaedic Biomechanics
| Semester | Spring Semester 2015 |
| Lecturers | R. Müller, K. S. Stok, G. H. Van Lenthe |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Abstract | This course is aimed at studying the mechanical and structural engineering of the musculoskeletal system alongside the analysis and design of orthopaedic solutions to musculoskeletal failure. |
| Learning objective | To apply engineering and design principles to orthopaedic biomechanics, to quantitatively assess the musculoskeletal system and model it, and to review rigid-body dynamics in an interesting context. |
| Content | Engineering principles are very important in the development and application of quantitative approaches in biology and medicine. This course includes a general introduction to structure and function of the musculoskeletal system: anatomy and physiology of musculoskeletal tissues and joints; biomechanical methods to assess and quantify tissues and large joint systems. These methods will also be applied to musculoskeletal failure, joint replacement and reconstruction; implants; biomaterials and tissue engineering. |
| Lecture notes | Lecture notes and exercises will be placed online: http://www.biomech.ethz.ch/obm |
| Literature | Orthopaedic Biomechanics: Mechanics and Design in Musculoskeletal Systems Authors: Donald L. Bartel, Dwight T. Davy, Tony M. Keaveny Publisher: Prentice Hall; Copyright: 2007 ISBN-10: 0130089095; ISBN-13: 9780130089090 |
| Prerequisites / Notice | Lectures will be given in English. |