MUMarquette University · Biomedical Engineering
Kruger Lab
Karen Kruger · Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Research Focus
Dr. Karen Kruger's lab at Marquette University focuses on improving the understanding and clinical assessment of pediatric flatfoot deformities using advanced imaging techniques. The research aims to use weightbearing computed tomography (WBCT) to create a detailed 3D analysis of the foot structures in children, which has potential to enhance early diagnosis and treatment planning. This study addresses a significant gap in current knowledge about the development of foot deformities and their long-term implications.
pediatric foot deformityweightbearing CT3D imagingflatfootbiomechanicsdiagnosistreatment planninggrowth and developmentradiographic analysislongitudinal study
Research Aims
4AIM 01Evaluate the 3D structure of pediatric flatfoot deformity using weightbearing CT compared to traditional 2D radiographs.
AIM 02Investigate relationships between joint morphology and function in children with flatfoot.
AIM 03Determine predictive metrics for worsening symptoms and arch collapse in children with flatfoot through longitudinal evaluation.
AIM 04Enhance clinical assessment strategies for pediatric foot deformities using advanced imaging technologies.
Skills the Lab Values
3D imagingweightbearing computed tomographyradiographic analysisdata collectionclinical assessmentspatient evaluationgait analysisorthotic device assessmentlongitudinal study design
Output against the department
Publications34bottom 3% of dept.579th of 595
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Citations1.8kbottom 12% of dept.525th of 595
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