University of Birmingham
Just like clothes come in different sizes, so do implants. When a patient needs a knee implant, there is a range of sizes and shapes available for their surgeon to choose from. But what if they could opt for a custom fit rather than “off-the-rack”? According to a recent Medgadget article, scientists at the UK’s University of Birmingham are looking to do just that. The team is using the Generative Design technique, which in the past has been used in designing cars and airplanes, to create lighter, stronger, and more personalized implants.
