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The Journal of Engineering in Medicine is an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed journal encompassing all aspects of engineering in medicine. IF=1.5.
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A custom experimental setup measured torque and tie-wing deformation in orthodontic bracket–archwire–ligature systems. Results showed torque rose with wire size and rotation, was higher with steel than elastic ligatures, and varied across combinations.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251352071
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251352071
December 30, 2025 at 12:53 PM
A custom experimental setup measured torque and tie-wing deformation in orthodontic bracket–archwire–ligature systems. Results showed torque rose with wire size and rotation, was higher with steel than elastic ligatures, and varied across combinations.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251352071
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251352071
Optimization-based model predicts 3D upper-limb reaching with obstacle avoidance using biomechanics and perceived risk. Incorporating cognitive risk improved clearance predictions, especially near fragile objects, advancing digital human motion modeling.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355037
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355037
December 29, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Optimization-based model predicts 3D upper-limb reaching with obstacle avoidance using biomechanics and perceived risk. Incorporating cognitive risk improved clearance predictions, especially near fragile objects, advancing digital human motion modeling.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355037
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355037
Personalized assistant for hand/foot digital radiography was developed to recognize positioning and recommend exposure settings. Using tracking, pose estimation, and domain rules, it matched clinical annotations and reduced positioning errors and retakes.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251359978
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251359978
December 24, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Personalized assistant for hand/foot digital radiography was developed to recognize positioning and recommend exposure settings. Using tracking, pose estimation, and domain rules, it matched clinical annotations and reduced positioning errors and retakes.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251359978
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251359978
Magnetic navigation was developed to guide distal interlocking screws without fluoroscopy. A handheld device using three sensors detects magnet position while compensating Earth’s magnetic field, enabling highly accurate radiation-free screw placement.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251357640
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251357640
December 14, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Magnetic navigation was developed to guide distal interlocking screws without fluoroscopy. A handheld device using three sensors detects magnet position while compensating Earth’s magnetic field, enabling highly accurate radiation-free screw placement.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251357640
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251357640
FE models compared wedge-augmented and angled BIO rTSA in retroverted glenoids. With 4 screws, both showed good initial fixation, with only 0–9% of the interface exceeding the 50 µm ingrowth limit, while using only 2 screws greatly increased micromotion.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251356213
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251356213
December 9, 2025 at 3:27 PM
FE models compared wedge-augmented and angled BIO rTSA in retroverted glenoids. With 4 screws, both showed good initial fixation, with only 0–9% of the interface exceeding the 50 µm ingrowth limit, while using only 2 screws greatly increased micromotion.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251356213
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251356213
This study evaluates the Yucatan minipig as a model for small bone replacement. Scaled implants of the radial carpal bone were created and tested in vivo, with surgeon-selected sizes fitting better than predictions. Results support the model’s feasibility.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355382
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355382
November 30, 2025 at 9:44 AM
This study evaluates the Yucatan minipig as a model for small bone replacement. Scaled implants of the radial carpal bone were created and tested in vivo, with surgeon-selected sizes fitting better than predictions. Results support the model’s feasibility.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355382
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355382
CF, PF, and AF fixation were compared for preventing cage subsidence after corpectomy. In low-density bone, CF showed the least subsidence. In high-density bone, all stayed <1 mm. AF works well in strong bone, but CF offers superior stability in weak bone
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355721
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355721
November 26, 2025 at 12:33 PM
CF, PF, and AF fixation were compared for preventing cage subsidence after corpectomy. In low-density bone, CF showed the least subsidence. In high-density bone, all stayed <1 mm. AF works well in strong bone, but CF offers superior stability in weak bone
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355721
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355721
New device using embedded magnets and sensors guides distal interlocking screws without fluoroscopy. Tests on porcine legs showed 91–96% accuracy. It rotates freely, avoids radiation, and is simple to sterilize, offering a safe, precise clinical option.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251357640
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251357640
November 17, 2025 at 1:49 PM
New device using embedded magnets and sensors guides distal interlocking screws without fluoroscopy. Tests on porcine legs showed 91–96% accuracy. It rotates freely, avoids radiation, and is simple to sterilize, offering a safe, precise clinical option.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251357640
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251357640
Wedge-augmented and angled BIO rTSA were compared in a retroverted glenoid using FE models. With 4 screws, both showed good initial fixation and low micromotion. Graft stiffness had limited effect, while using only 2 screws markedly worsened fixation.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251356213
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251356213
November 17, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Wedge-augmented and angled BIO rTSA were compared in a retroverted glenoid using FE models. With 4 screws, both showed good initial fixation and low micromotion. Graft stiffness had limited effect, while using only 2 screws markedly worsened fixation.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251356213
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251356213
This study assessed minipigs as a preclinical model for small bone replacement in the wrist. Scaled radial carpal bone implants were tested in vivo, showing close fit to surgeon-selected sizes and proving strong potential for testing wrist bone implants.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355382
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355382
November 17, 2025 at 1:48 PM
This study assessed minipigs as a preclinical model for small bone replacement in the wrist. Scaled radial carpal bone implants were tested in vivo, showing close fit to surgeon-selected sizes and proving strong potential for testing wrist bone implants.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355382
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355382
This study compared anterior, posterior, and circumferential fixation after cage placement to prevent subsidence in corpectomy. CF showed the lowest subsidence in low bone density, suggesting superior stability for osteoporotic patients.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355721
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355721
November 6, 2025 at 2:06 PM
This study compared anterior, posterior, and circumferential fixation after cage placement to prevent subsidence in corpectomy. CF showed the lowest subsidence in low bone density, suggesting superior stability for osteoporotic patients.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355721
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355721
This study designs a lightweight Ti-6Al-4V cranial implant using CT data and lattice structures to reduce stress shielding. The isotruss design cut weight by 50% while maintaining strength, showing strong potential for durable, patient-specific implants.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351733
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351733
November 3, 2025 at 12:11 PM
This study designs a lightweight Ti-6Al-4V cranial implant using CT data and lattice structures to reduce stress shielding. The isotruss design cut weight by 50% while maintaining strength, showing strong potential for durable, patient-specific implants.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351733
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351733
Additive manufacturing is transforming biomedical engineering and biosensors by enabling customizable implants, scaffolds, and diagnostic tools. This review highlights its materials, methods, and future potential to revolutionize biosensing and healthcare.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355052
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355052
Critical review on additive manufacturing based biomedical and biosensors application - R Raghavendra Rao, BN Sharath, S Pradeep, M Hareesha, DJ Navaneet, 2025
The domains of biomedical engineering and biosensors have been revolutionized by additive manufacturing, commonly referred to as 3D printing. This study delves ...
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November 2, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Additive manufacturing is transforming biomedical engineering and biosensors by enabling customizable implants, scaffolds, and diagnostic tools. This review highlights its materials, methods, and future potential to revolutionize biosensing and healthcare.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355052
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251355052
This study compared fretting-corrosion at stem-cement and stem-head interfaces in stainless steel implants. Tests showed higher fretting current, ion, and particle release at the stem-cement interface, suggesting it poses greater risk for adverse tissue reactions.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351193
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351193
November 1, 2025 at 2:18 PM
This study compared fretting-corrosion at stem-cement and stem-head interfaces in stainless steel implants. Tests showed higher fretting current, ion, and particle release at the stem-cement interface, suggesting it poses greater risk for adverse tissue reactions.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351193
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351193
This study evaluated hemp fiber–reinforced PLA composites for biocompatibility and toxicity. Modified with MA, PBS, TPU, and APTES, the composites showed high cell viability and no DNA damage, suggesting strong potential for safe biomedical applications.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351717
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351717
October 31, 2025 at 2:37 PM
This study evaluated hemp fiber–reinforced PLA composites for biocompatibility and toxicity. Modified with MA, PBS, TPU, and APTES, the composites showed high cell viability and no DNA damage, suggesting strong potential for safe biomedical applications.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351717
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351717
This study explores PCL cog threads as a minimally invasive option for pelvic organ prolapse repair. After 180 days in vitro, threads showed mild degradation yet retained strength through 100 cycles, indicating promise for durable POP treatment.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251343371
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251343371
October 22, 2025 at 2:41 PM
This study explores PCL cog threads as a minimally invasive option for pelvic organ prolapse repair. After 180 days in vitro, threads showed mild degradation yet retained strength through 100 cycles, indicating promise for durable POP treatment.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251343371
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251343371
Triply Periodic Minimal Surface (TPMS) structure scaffolds mimic bone architecture for regeneration. CFD showed network types had better permeability and flow, while sheet types offered higher surface area for cell adhesion—guiding scaffold optimization.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348696
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348696
October 19, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Triply Periodic Minimal Surface (TPMS) structure scaffolds mimic bone architecture for regeneration. CFD showed network types had better permeability and flow, while sheet types offered higher surface area for cell adhesion—guiding scaffold optimization.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348696
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348696
A novel pressure-relief insole with auxetic structure and reverse graded-stiffness reduced heel stress in diabetic feet. FE and gait tests showed 38% lower stress, 20% lower pressure, and improved energy dissipation, offering promise for ulcer prevention.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251350412
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251350412
October 15, 2025 at 1:43 PM
A novel pressure-relief insole with auxetic structure and reverse graded-stiffness reduced heel stress in diabetic feet. FE and gait tests showed 38% lower stress, 20% lower pressure, and improved energy dissipation, offering promise for ulcer prevention.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251350412
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251350412
This study presents an underactuated lower-limb exoskeleton for gait rehabilitation. Using a Stephenson III linkage and carbon fiber, the device achieved a lightweight design. LSTM-based deep learning predicted high time-dependent reliability over 200 runs.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251349362
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251349362
October 9, 2025 at 3:33 PM
This study presents an underactuated lower-limb exoskeleton for gait rehabilitation. Using a Stephenson III linkage and carbon fiber, the device achieved a lightweight design. LSTM-based deep learning predicted high time-dependent reliability over 200 runs.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251349362
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251349362
This study introduces signal-based methods to evaluate walking stability in lower limb fracture patients. CoP analysis and frequency-domain modeling show reduced intralimb stability and increased interlimb dependency, especially in calcaneus fractures.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348490
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348490
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October 7, 2025 at 2:40 PM
This study introduces signal-based methods to evaluate walking stability in lower limb fracture patients. CoP analysis and frequency-domain modeling show reduced intralimb stability and increased interlimb dependency, especially in calcaneus fractures.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348490
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348490
This study models MCL and LCL around artificial knees using nonlinear elastic behavior, replicating native ligament function. Simulations matched reference data, offering a validated platform to test soft tissue balancing strategies in TKA before surgery.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251350787
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251350787
September 30, 2025 at 2:20 PM
This study models MCL and LCL around artificial knees using nonlinear elastic behavior, replicating native ligament function. Simulations matched reference data, offering a validated platform to test soft tissue balancing strategies in TKA before surgery.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251350787
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251350787
FE study on cervical artificial discs under bent neck posture tested 9 geometries. Optimizing height, radius, and especially rotation center cut von Mises stress by up to 85%, suggesting better artificial disc durability and biomechanical performance.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351175
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351175
September 28, 2025 at 3:22 PM
FE study on cervical artificial discs under bent neck posture tested 9 geometries. Optimizing height, radius, and especially rotation center cut von Mises stress by up to 85%, suggesting better artificial disc durability and biomechanical performance.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351175
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251351175
FE modeling of spinal fixation with cross-links under growing tumors shows reduced torsional stress at L3 but higher compressive stress when tumor >10%. Placement affects stress distribution, stability, and stiffness—key for planning with adjuvant therapy.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348279
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348279
September 21, 2025 at 10:12 AM
FE modeling of spinal fixation with cross-links under growing tumors shows reduced torsional stress at L3 but higher compressive stress when tumor >10%. Placement affects stress distribution, stability, and stiffness—key for planning with adjuvant therapy.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348279
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251348279
TEVAR for type B aortic dissection was studied with patient-specific 3D simulations. Results show stent grafts improve lumen area, flow, & wall stress. Among designs, 8-peak grafts gave the best hemodynamics & lowest stress, suggesting clinical advantage.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251344437
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251344437
September 20, 2025 at 1:03 PM
TEVAR for type B aortic dissection was studied with patient-specific 3D simulations. Results show stent grafts improve lumen area, flow, & wall stress. Among designs, 8-peak grafts gave the best hemodynamics & lowest stress, suggesting clinical advantage.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251344437
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251344437
A novel bileaflet mechanical heart valve (iValve) mimics native flow, reducing vortex formation & shear stress. Tests with a custom flow simulator show improved efficiency & hinge washing vs. current valves, suggesting potential to lessen anticoagulation needs.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251342868
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251342868
September 13, 2025 at 3:21 PM
A novel bileaflet mechanical heart valve (iValve) mimics native flow, reducing vortex formation & shear stress. Tests with a custom flow simulator show improved efficiency & hinge washing vs. current valves, suggesting potential to lessen anticoagulation needs.
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251342868
doi.org/10.1177/09544119251342868