Electroarthrography to Non-Invasively Assess Cartilage Health During Rehabilitation from Knee Injury
Degree: MASc (potential to transfer to PhD)
Start: Fall 2025 (potential to start as a research assistant in May 2025)
Supervisors: Adele Changoor and Timothy Burkhart, University of Toronto
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The knee is highly prone to sports injuries due to its complex structure and wide range of motion. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is essential for knee stability, yet it’s involved in around half of all knee injuries in athletes. Surgery and rehabilitation are common after an ACL tear, and athletes must meet certain criteria before returning to sports. However, 20% re-injure their knee, and 35%–50% develop early osteoarthritis, leading to cartilage wear and joint pain. Electroarthrography (EAG), a new technique using skin sensors to measure cartilage quality, could offer a cost-effective way to monitor knee health and improve rehabilitation outcomes. This project aims to evaluate how useful the non-invasive EAG method is for tracking progress through rehabilitation and return to sport after an ACL injury. The study will involve the collection and analysis of EAG data and simultaneous biomechanical assessments from control and ACL-injured participants, as well as analysis of MRI data. Â
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We are looking for a candidate with a biomedical engineering or kinesiology background with interest in joint injury biomechanics and an aptitude for research. Experience working with human participants would be an asset.
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Please send a CV and cover letter to: changoor@lunenfeld.ca