Queensland, Australia — The ARC Training Centre for Joint Biomechanics is proud to announce that Dr. Maxence Lavaill, a post-doctoral fellow at Queensland University of Technology’s (QUT) School of Mechanical, Medical, and Process Engineering, has received a prestigious Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship. This grant, totalling $160,000 over two years, will fund the development of a novel in-silico musculoskeletal simulation tool specifically for shoulder joint surgery. 

The need for advancements in shoulder surgery is critical, as Queensland recorded over 2000 total shoulder replacements in the past year. Alarmingly, shoulder implant surgeries have the highest failure rate among all human joints, with approximately 15% of procedures requiring revision. Dr. Lavaill’s research aims to address these challenges by enhancing the modelling of shoulder mechanics, which is expected to improve surgical outcomes and patient care. 

In collaboration with the global MedTech leader Stryker, this research project will deepen the understanding of both healthy and unhealthy shoulder function. The insights gained from this work are anticipated to inform better clinical practices and drive the development of innovative solutions for patients. 

The partnership with Stryker represents a significant milestone in the journey toward enhancing the effectiveness of shoulder surgeries. As the field of shoulder joint surgery continues to evolve, research initiatives like Dr. Lavaill’s are essential to drive progress and innovation. 

As this project unfolds, the Centre looks forward to sharing updates on Dr. Lavaill’s research and its implications for the future of shoulder surgery in Australia. 

For more information, read the full QUT article here: https://lnkd.in/gD4uKkVE