Using wireless sensors to improve recovery after rotator cuff surgery
Real-time Feedback for Post-Operative Rehabilitation of Rotator Cuff Repairs using Wireless Force-Sensing Suture Anchors
This study is looking to improve recovery for people who have had rotator cuff surgery by using a special wireless system that tracks how well the area is healing, giving doctors and therapists real-time updates to help tailor your rehab plan for better results.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Penderia Technologies, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Eugene, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10919062 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing post-operative rehabilitation for patients who have undergone rotator cuff repairs. It aims to develop a wireless sensing system that monitors the mechanical environment at the surgical site, providing real-time feedback to surgeons and physical therapists. By utilizing battery-free sensors embedded in suture anchors, the system allows for continuous biofeedback, which can help optimize rehabilitation protocols and improve patient outcomes. This innovative approach seeks to replace traditional qualitative methods with precise, patient-specific data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals scheduled for rotator cuff surgery or those currently in post-operative rehabilitation.
Not a fit: Patients who have not undergone rotator cuff surgery or those with unrelated orthopedic conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved recovery times and reduced rates of surgery failure for patients undergoing rotator cuff repairs.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using wireless sensors for real-time feedback is innovative, similar technologies in other areas of rehabilitation have shown promising results.
Where this research is happening
Eugene, United States
- Penderia Technologies, INC. — Eugene, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Karipott, Salil Sidharthan — Penderia Technologies, INC.
- Study coordinator: Karipott, Salil Sidharthan
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.