Researchers at Scripps Health receive NIH grant to study, develop smart TSA implant
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Key takeaways:
- Researchers at Scripps Health received an NIH grant to study and develop a smart implant for shoulder replacement surgery.
- The $317,000 grant will fund 2 years of research and development.
Researchers at Scripps Health have received a $317,000 grant from the NIH to conduct research and develop a smart implant for total shoulder arthroplasty, according to a press release.
Darryl D’Lima, MD, PHD, director of orthopedic research at Scripps Health, and Heinz Hoenecke, MD, orthopedic surgeon at Scripps Health, will be co-lead investigators on the project.
“Shoulder replacement surgery represents an important area of study,” D’Lima said in the release. “Studies show that the number of these procedures has grown significantly in recent years in the United States and the trend is expected to continue.”
According to the release, the initial phase of research will take place during the next 2 years at the Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines in California. The researchers will perform prototype testing by modifying existing implants with wireless tracking technology.
According to D’Lima, the smart implant will offer surgeons the ability to track patient metrics outside of the lab such as mechanical forces, temperature and range of motion.
“We need to gather and review data to better understand ways we can improve shoulder prosthetics and rehab approaches for patients, and this grant funding is an important first step toward that goal,” D’Lima said.
According to the release, Scripps Health plans to seek additional grant funding for the project after the initial 2 years.
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