Understanding the structure and function relationship on the Achilles tendon strains to improve optimal loading during recovery from Achilles tendinopathy KU Leuven
This PhD project focuses on the development and validation of a finite element model for tendon loading to be measured during rehabilitation exercises. There is strong evidence for mechanical and morphological changes properties in the pathological Achilles tendon and those changes might bring about mechanical load adaptations to the tendon. It is critical that rehabilitation exercises place an adequate load in the tendon despite the changed ...