Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP150100905]
Researchers:
Dr Daniel James
(Chief Investigator)
,
Mr David Lloyd
(Chief Investigator)
,
Prof Jillianne Cook
(Chief Investigator)
,
Prof Minghao Zheng
(Chief Investigator)
,
Prof Rod Barrett
(Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Intelligent training (iTraining) for the human Achilles tendon. The project aims to improve understanding of the mechanical environment of the Achilles tendon. The Achilles tendon plays a crucial role in human motor function and is also a structure that is commonly injured and notoriously difficult to treat. A major barrier to improving Achilles tendon function, preventing tendon injury and enhancing tendon repair is a poor understanding of the mechanical environment of the Achilles tendon during training and rehabilitation. The project aims to develop a better understanding of the loading conditions that optimise tendon metabolism. Based on this, it then intends to develop new technologies to estimate the mechanical behaviour of the human Achilles tendon in real time based on integrated use of wearable technology, and new training guidelines that will optimise human tendon adaptation.
Funding Amount $430,000
Funding Scheme Linkage Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP150100905
- ARC : LP150100905