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The world's most powerful MRI scanner has delivered its first images of human brains, reaching a new level of precision that is hoped will shed more light on our mysterious minds -- and the illnesses that haunt them. Over the past few months, around 20 healthy volunteers have become the first to enter the maw of the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine, which is located in the Plateau de Saclay area south of Paris, home to many technology companies and universities. The magnetic field created by the scanner is a whopping 11.7 teslas, a unit of measurement named after inventor Nikola Tesla. This power allows the machine to scan images with 10 times more precision than the MRIs commonly used in hospitals, whose power does not normally exceed three teslas.. . . . .#mri #cases #radiology #radiography #shoulder #radiologist #radiographer #radiotechnologist #radioimaging #aiims #doctors #linkedin #healthcare #hospital #neuroradiology #orthopedics #mricases #invention #mri11t #tesla

A new database called SOMA is like a medical map of astronauts, tracking how space travel affects their bodies on a cellular level. Imagine using space research to improve care for bedridden patients or those recovering from surgery! SOMA is a game-changer for healthcare, here on Earth and beyond. #SpaceMedicine #HealthInnovation #SOMA #TheFutureIsHere Want to learn more? https://lnkd.in/eGgqDaks

Good morning. Here is a trivium you might find interesting. The program to develop the James Webb Space Telescope also led to a significant advancement in ophthalmology. The telescope uses 18 individual mirror segments that work together to form a 21.3-foot primary mirror. Those individual mirrors required many cycles of measuring, grinding, polishing, and testing. Team members on the Webb program (which included engineers from NASA, the European Space Agency, and the Canadian Space Agency) developed a tool to help expedite this work called the Infrared Scanning Shack Hartmann System. This groundbreaking technique precisely and rapidly measures the mirrors after grinding them. The system then created an image of the entire mirror surface for analysis. Johnson and Johnson fine-tuned the system and adapted it for eye surgery as a system they named iDESIGN. A surgeon uses iDESIGN to create a high-definition map of the patient's eye to help guide the work of LASIK surgery. Compared to the previous generation of eye-mapping technology, iDESIGN provides five times more data points in mapping the irregularities of a patient's eye. Ophthalmologist Dr. Eric Donnenfeld reported, "iDESIGN gives me as a surgeon more accurate measurements for more accurate treatment of every patient that I operate on to achieve better quality of vision after laser vision correction." To demonstrate the scope of impact iDESIGN can have, the article from NASA I am using for this trivium reports the following. "In 2018, there were over 650,000 LASIK procedures performed in the United States at an average cost of $2,137 per eye, according to Market Scope reports. This makes the amount spent on LASIK procedures in 2018 approximately $1.39 billion."

One of the greatest joys of being an eye surgeon is witnessing the pure delight on a patient's face when cutting-edge technology and surgery come together to exceed their expectations. The ability to restore and enhance vision is a profound gift, enabling people to enjoy life to its fullest. This patient, just ONE DAY PRIOR, had one of the newest multifocal intraocular lens implants placed in his eye following cataract surgery. The Johnson & Johnson Tecnis Odyssey lens implant allows you to experience a full range of glasses-free vision, from distance to up close, using the power of diffractive optics. As an eye surgeon, I've always been fascinated by the science of light. When I was an intern at NASA, the optics of the James Webb Telescope equally fascinated me. The optics of this groundbreaking technology captures light from the farthest reaches of the universe, revealing secrets about our cosmos and, ultimately, ourselves. And just like the optics of the James Webb (image in comments), the optics of today’s multifocal lenses are unmatched, allowing my patients to see the world with newfound clarity. In both the vastness of space and the intricacies of the human eye, light serves as a bridge to discovery and wonder. Whether it's capturing the birth of a star millions of light-years away or restoring the sparkle in someone's eye, manipulating light is a journey that continues to inspire me every day. Oh, and about my patient being able to see the gray hairs on my beard… I guess I might have improved his vision a little too well! 😂 #lovewhatido #eyesurgery #ophthalmology #multifocality #lensimplant #cataractsurgery #NASA #optics #visualfreedom

Did you know I offer LED light therapy (red, blue, and near-infrared)? Research exploring opportunities for light therapy in "musculoskeletal injuries, hypoxic-ischemic wounds, burns, lacerations, radiation necrosis, and diabetic ulcers " is showing positive impacts. "Widely published reports, including those from our laboratory, described accelerated recovery from musculoskeletal injuries, hypoxic-ischemic wounds, burns, lacerations, radiation necrosis, and diabetic ulcers with the use of near-IR. Lasers have some inherent characteristics, which make their use in a clinical setting problematic, including limitations in wavelength capabilities and beam width. The combined wavelengths of light optimal for wound healing cannot be efficiently produced, and the size of wounds which may be treated by lasers is limited. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) developed for NASA crewed spaceflight experiments offer an effective alternative to lasers. These diodes can be made to produce multiple wavelengths, and can be arranged in large, flat arrays allowing treatment of large wounds." #thevault #complementarytherapy #complementarymedicine #holistichealing #occupationalthrapy #handtherapy #cht #AOTA #ASHT #apta #physicaltherapy #orthopedics #handsurgery #farmington #physiatry #physicianassistant #athletictrainer #athlete

Our paper "Quantifying Passive Biomechanical Stability Using an Industrial Robot: Development and Experimental Validation of a Task Space Motion Framework" has been published with the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society section in the IEEE Access. This #paper describes how we use an #industrialrobot to measure the effect of #shouldersurgery at #AalesundBiomechanicsLab 🤖 Andreas Dalen ALF INGE HELLEVIK Øyvind Stavdahl Robin T. Bye We would like to thank Manuel Ferle, Christof Hurschler, Erland Hermansen and Terje Vagstad for their collaboration and help in this work. The article is fully open access and available at IEEE Xplore: https://lnkd.in/dvYtGmnv #ntnu #cpslab #robotics #biomechanics #orthopedics #medicaltechnology #medicalrobotics #ieee #ieeexplore

EANM position paper on surgical radioguidance with beta-emitting PET tracers   We recently participated in a European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM) position paper on the renewed interest to use beta-emitting radionuclides for image-guided surgery. Due to the expansion of the available PET tracers this field is gaining popularity. While there are still many challenges that need to be overcome, there are also some clear opportunities on the horizon. The paper covers aspects related to instrumentation, radiation protection, and modes of implementation.   You can find the paper here: https://lnkd.in/drXzGN94   Authors: Pedro Fragoso Costa, Kuangyu Shi, Soren Holm, Sergi Vidal-Sicart, Tereza Kráčmerová, giovanni tosi, Jan Grimm, Dimitris Visvikis, Wolfram H. Knapp, Gopinath Gnanasegaran & Fijs W.B. van Leeuwen   #eanm #lumc #radiology #nuclearmedicine #surgery #physics #imageguidedsurgery #molecularimaging #medicaltechnology #medicaldevices #medtech #innovation #PET

Exciting developments in hip replacement surgery are on the horizon, thanks to Mizuho OSI innovative #Hana table. This state-of-the-art surgical table is specifically designed to enhance the precision and effectiveness of hip replacement procedures, offering unparalleled support and flexibility for surgeons. The Hana table's unique capabilities allow for optimal positioning of patients, facilitating anterior approaches that can help reduce tissue damage and speed up recovery times. By supporting the natural biomechanical movements of the hip joint, the Hana table enables surgeons to perform replacements with greater accuracy and less invasive techniques. At #EHS we are proud to support advancements that empower healthcare professionals and improve patient outcomes. For surgeons specializing in hip replacements, the Hana table by Mizuho OSI represents a significant leap forward in surgical technology. #HipReplacement #SurgicalInnovation #MizuhoOSI #HealthcareTechnology -

Another Tuesday Read #TriOrbitModel Curious about the secrets hidden in the structure of our eye sockets? 👁 This study co-authored by our surgeon Dr. Ashraf Messiha looked into Far Eastern skulls to understand how the orbital rim and depth are connected. Using a technique called morphometry, researchers measured specific points and created a 3D model of the eye socket. Among the 41 orbits studied, it was found that males generally had larger eye sockets. These findings could be useful in guiding surgeries, especially those involving the eye area, fracture repairs and predicting outcomes after injuries or surgeries affecting the eyes. 👏 Reference: Fitzhugh, A., Naveed, H., Davagnanam, I. and Messiha, A., 2016. Proposed three-dimensional model of the orbit and relevance to orbital fracture repair. Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 38, pp.557-561. #EyeSocketInsights #OrbitalDepthStudy #SurgicalInnovation #EyeHealthResearch #SkullStructure

Exciting News in Space Medicine! I'm thrilled to share groundbreaking developments in space exploration! Maxon's components played a vital role in the recent testing of the spaceMIRA surgical robot aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Developed by Virtual Incision and researchers at the University of Nebraska, this innovative system marks a significant milestone in remote robotic-assisted surgery. The spaceMIRA, a compact and lightweight surgical robot, underwent successful demo test surgeries in zero gravity conditions on the ISS. Robotic-assisted surgery systems like MIRA offer numerous benefits to patients, including reduced site infections, less pain, smaller scars, and quicker recoveries. The successful test procedure on the ISS demonstrates the feasibility of long-distance surgeries and underscores the importance of innovation in space medicine. maxon #SpaceMedicine #RoboticSurgery #Innovation #SpaceExploration #MaxonComponents