Focus
Scientific focus of the Sports Orthopaedics Section
The scientific spectrum of the Sports Orthopaedics Section ranges from clinical and radiological studies to biomechanical investigations and basic research. It is centrally coordinated and regularly evaluated at internal departmental meetings.
In addition to close collaboration with various departments within the clinic (e.g., the Institute for Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology), we also maintain close ties to established international research institutions (e.g., Harvard Medical School, The Steadman Clinic, and Steadman Philippon Research Institute, UCONN). Numerous projects receive research funding from various institutions and societies. Our publications have regularly received awards and distinctions from various professional societies (e.g., AGA, DVSE, ESSKA, GOTS, ISAKOS).
Clinical research: evaluating procedures, setting standards
The focus of clinical research is the ongoing evaluation of the surgical procedures we perform through prospective and retrospective studies. Furthermore, the Sports Orthopedics Section regularly participates in multicenter studies.
Direct knowledge transfer from research to clinical application
Close cooperation with leading national and international institutions
Continuous development of modern surgical techniques & therapies
Biomechanical research: Focus on joint-specific issues
To optimize the surgical procedures used, clinically relevant issues relating to the shoulder, elbow, and knee joints are biomechanically evaluated. This takes place in the Biomechanics Laboratory at the Klinikum rechts der Isar, or in other established institutions as part of our national and international collaborations. The focus areas are the shoulder (acromioclavicular joint dislocation, shoulder instability, rotator cuff tear), the elbow (elbow instability, biceps/triceps tendon rupture), the knee (cruciate and collateral ligament rupture, meniscus injury, patellar instability), and other relevant tendon injuries.
Basic research: Tissue engineering & stem cell therapy
Basic research focuses on tissue engineering and stem cell therapy to improve the treatment of cartilage damage and tendon healing. Here, too, we actively engage with leading researchers from various institutions through our national and international collaborations.
Research for better
Treatments of tomorrow
Would you like to learn more about our studies, collaborations, or publications? We would be happy to give you an insight into our scientific work.
+49-(0)89 4140-7840
sportortho@mri.tum.de
House 524
Ismaninger Str. 22
81675 Munich