Entheses are complex multi-tissue regions of the musculoskeletal system serving the
challenging task of connecting highly dissimilar materials such as the compliant tendon to …

Problem-based learning (PBL) has been shown to be effective in biomedical engineering
education, particularly in motivating student learning, increasing knowledge retention, and …

Incorporation of collagen structural information into the study of biomechanical behavior of
ascending thoracic aortic (ATA) wall tissue should provide better insight into the …

Partial-thickness rotator cuff tears are a common cause of pain and disability and are central
to developing full-thickness rotator cuff tears. However, limited knowledge exists regarding …

The torn rotator cuff remains a persistent orthopedic challenge, with poor outcomes
disproportionately associated with chronic, massive tears. Degenerative changes in the …

The supraspinatus tendon plays a crucial role in shoulder abduction, making it one of the
common structures affected by injury. Clinically, crescent-shaped tears are the most …

Abstract Knowledge regarding the likelihood of propagation of supraspinatus tears is
important to allow an early identification of patients for whom a conservative treatment is …

Rotator cuff tears remain a significant clinical problem with a high incidence rate and severe
clinical burden. Previous computational models developed to study rotator cuff tears have …

We examine the mechanics of three-layer composite films composed of an elastomeric layer
sandwiched between two thin surface layers of plastic. Upon stretching and releasing such …

Background The prognosis of rotator cuff repair (RCR) may be affected by the shape and
quality of the torn rotator cuff tendon. However, only a few studies have reported on folded …