The UW Neuromuscular Biomechanics Laboratory conducts research on the
biomechanics and neuromuscular coordination of human movement, with applications in
orthopedics and rehabilitation. Our experimental facilities include capabilities to
record three dimensional kinematics, kinetics and dynamic images during movmement.
Computer simulations are used to characterize musculotendon dynamics, estimate internal
loadings and test principles guiding movement control. The overall goal of the research
is to establish a scientific basis for the clinical treatment and prevention of impairments
that limit locomotor performance.
News
May 2009 Elizabeth Chumanov was selected as the recipient of the 2009 ACSM BIG-AMTI Student Research Award ,
which is to be presented to her by the Biomechanics Interest Group at the 2009 American College of Sports Medicine Meeting in Seattle, WA.
April 2009 Amy Lenz received the Outstanding Undergraduate Research Poster Award
at the 2009 UW Department of Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Research Symposium. Her poster was entitled
'Improving the Understanding and Treatment of Walking Deficits Following Stroke.'
April 2009 Elizabeth Chumanov successfully defended her PhD Dissertation entitled
'Dynamic Simulation of Musculotendon Mechanics during High Speed Running'.
