The MIM Lab develops robotic and mechatronics surgical systems for a variety of procedures.
Prof Ferdinando Rodriguez y Baena
B415C Bessemer Building
South Kensington Campus
+44 (0)20 7594 7046
⇒ X: @fmryb
The Mechatronics in Medicine Laboratory develops robotic and mechatronics surgical systems for a variety of procedures including neuro, cardiovascular, orthopaedic surgeries, and colonoscopies. Examples include bio-inspired catheters that can navigate along complex paths within the brain (such as EDEN2020), soft robots to explore endoluminal anatomies (such as the colon), and virtual reality solutions to support surgeons during knee replacement surgeries.
The integration of mechatronics into medicine addresses critical challenges in modern healthcare by enhancing the precision, safety, and efficiency of surgical procedures. Traditional surgeries often involve significant risks and extended recovery times. By developing robotic systems that offer greater accuracy and control, we aim to minimise these risks and reduce invasiveness. Our research contributes to the advancement of minimally invasive techniques, which are essential for improving patient outcomes and optimising healthcare resources. Furthermore, our work supports the training of the next generation of surgeons, equipping them with cutting-edge tools and methodologies that reflect the evolving landscape of medical technology.
Patients stand to gain significantly from the innovations developed at the Mechatronics in Medicine Laboratory. Our robotic systems are designed to perform surgeries with enhanced precision, leading to fewer complications and faster recovery times. Minimally invasive procedures facilitated by our technologies result in less postoperative pain and reduced scarring, improving the overall patient experience. Additionally, the increased accuracy of our systems can lead to better surgical outcomes, such as more complete tumour removals or more precise joint replacements, thereby improving long-term health prospects. By pushing the boundaries of medical robotics, we strive to make advanced surgical care more accessible and effective for patients worldwide.
Dr Daniel Bautista Salinas
Research Associate
Mr Korn Borvorntanajanya
Research Assistant
Dr Kaiwen Chen
Research Associate
Mr Connor Daly
Research Postgraduate
Emeritus Professor Brian L Davies FREng
Emeritus Professor
Dr Hisham M Iqbal
Honorary Research Associate
Mr Alex Ranne
Research Assistant
Professor Ferdinando M Rodriguez y Baena
Co-Director of Hamlyn Centre, Professor of Medical Robotics
Dr Jialei Shi
Research Associate
Mrs Emilia Zari
Casual - Academic Research
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author = {Ng, KCG and El, Daou H and Bankes, M and Rodriguez, y Baena F and Jeffers, J},
doi = {10.1177/0363546518815159},
journal = {American Journal of Sports Medicine},
pages = {420--430},
title = {Hip joint torsional loading before and after cam femoroacetabular impingement surgery},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546518815159},
volume = {47},
year = {2019}
}
TY - JOUR
AB - Background: Surgical management of cam femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) aims to preserve the native hip and restore joint function, though it is unclear how the capsulotomy, cam deformity, and capsular repair influence joint mechanics to balance functional mobility.Purpose: The purpose was to examine the contributions of the capsule and cam deformity to hip joint mechanics. Using in vitro, cadaveric methods, we examined the individual effects of the surgical capsulotomy, cam resection, and capsular repair towards passive range of motion and resistance of applied torque.Study Design: Descriptive laboratory study.Methods: Twelve cadaveric hips with cam deformities (n = 12) were skeletonized to the capsule and mounted onto a robotic testing platform. The robot positioned each intact hip in multiple testing positions: 1) Extension, 2) Neutral 0°, 3) Flexion 30°, 4) Flexion 90°, 5) flexion-adduction and internal rotation (FADIR), 6) flexion-abduction and external rotation (FABER); and performed applicable internal and external rotations, recording the neutral path of motion until a 5-Nm torque was reached in each rotational direction. Each hip then underwent a series of surgical stages (T-capsulotomy, cam resection, capsular repair) and was retested to reach 5 Nm internal and external torque again after each stage. In addition, during the capsulotomy and cam resection stages, the initial intact hip’s recorded path of motion was replayed to measure changes in resisted torque.Results: Examining changes in motion, external rotation increased substantially after capsulotomies, but internal rotation only further increased at Flexion 90° (change = +32%, P = .001, d = .58) and FADIR (change = +33%, P < .001, d = .51) after cam resections. Capsular repair provided marginal restraint for internal rotation, but restrained the external rotation compared to the capsulotomy stage. Examining changes in torque, both internal and external torque resistance dec
AU - Ng,KCG
AU - El,Daou H
AU - Bankes,M
AU - Rodriguez,y Baena F
AU - Jeffers,J
DO - 10.1177/0363546518815159
EP - 430
PY - 2019///
SN - 0363-5465
SP - 420
TI - Hip joint torsional loading before and after cam femoroacetabular impingement surgery
T2 - American Journal of Sports Medicine
UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0363546518815159
UR - https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0363546518815159
VL - 47
ER -