We perform clinically applicable musculoskeletal research from bench to clinic, to sports field, to everyday life that optimizes physical activity and function across the spectrum of abilities.

  • Knee Osteoarthritis

    Learn more about our projects and focus on assisting sports injury and biological markers for knee joint distress.
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    Meet the Researchers of TMSKR

    Meet the team of researchers that make up the Translational Musculoskeletal Research Lab.
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    Adaptive Sports Research

    Through our collaboration with the Shirley Ryan 吃瓜天堂91 Adaptive Fitness Center and other organizations, we perform a number of projects investigating physical activity and common injuries in individuals playing adaptive sports.
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    Outcomes Muskuloskeletal Treatments

    Our work in this area focuses on outlining factors that maybe related to the outcome of musculoskeletal?procedures or treatments for degenerative musculoskeletal conditions.
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    Current Research Studies

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    The Effect of Lateral Tilt in Gait on the Biological Profile of the Knee Joint

    The purpose of this trial is to track changes in the biological composition of the knee joint from walking exercise.

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    The relationship between lower extremity pain, function and biomarkers of osteoarthritis in adolescents and young adults with cerebral palsy

    The purpose of this trial is to identify novel biomarkers associated with the response of cartilage to joint stress

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    The acute impact of lower body positive pressure treadmill walking on biological markers of joint disease in individuals with knee pathology

    The purpose of this trial is to determine the impact of dynamic offloading on the biological composition of the knee joint in individuals with knee osteoarthritis.

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