Biomechanics

What is Biomechanics?

Biomechanics is the study of how the body moves and how various parts function together, from the molecular level in our cells to larger systems like muscles, bones, and organs. This field leads to innovative solutions for improving health, preventing injuries, managing joint issues, and advancing biomechanical optics, with a focus on enhancing mobility, recovery, and vision outcomes.

Areas of Focus

Our biomechanics researchers are leading cutting-edge studies to:

  • Study bone healing and joint function to improve treatments for bone injuries and diseases using bioactive hydrogels and stem cells for faster recovery.
  • Investigate the causes of joint damage and arthritis to develop preventative treatments that protect joints and improve long-term quality of life.
  • Develop targeted drug delivery systems and therapies to treat damaged tissues, speeding up healing and reducing the need for surgery.
  • Explore how the inner ear affects hearing to create advanced treatments for hearing loss
  • Research how the visual system works to better diagnose and treat conditions including myopia, presbyopia, and cataracts.
  • Examine bones and joints using MRI and micro-CT imaging technologies to non-invasively understand injuries and diseases like arthritis, leading to improved diagnostic tools and treatments.
Computer display showing graphics and data from a suit outfitted with reflective markers for use in collection of biomechanics data.

Turning Research into Care Solutions

Biomechanics at Rochester

At the ÌìÃÀÊÓƵ, our biomechanics researchers span multiple bodily systems, including bones and joints, tissue, hearing, and vision. We work closely with medical professionals to ensure our findings can be applied directly to clinical settings and make a real difference in patient care.

Our research is further enriched through interdisciplinary collaboration with a variety of departments, centers, and researchers, notably the and the .