How robotic micro-actuators are enhancing bone healing (IMAGE)
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At this year’s Hannover Messe, Professor Paul Motzki (left) and his engineering team are presenting a prototype implant that can precisely monitor the fracture healing process and actively support it. Smart implants that not only stabilize the fracture but also monitor the healing process from day one – and deliver targeted support when required – are currently being developed by a team of engineers, medical researchers and computer scientists at Saarland University. Floria Wein (right) is carrying out research into this new technology as part of her degree programme.
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