UWMUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison · Biomedical Engineering
Pediatric Limb Length Innovations Lab
Christopher L Brace · Madison, Wisconsin
Research Focus
Dr. Christopher Brace's lab at the University of Wisconsin-Madison focuses on innovative treatments for pediatric limb length discrepancies. The lab is developing a non-invasive method using microwave energy to disrupt growth plates, offering a safer, quicker recovery compared to traditional surgical methods. Their research aims to improve the quality of life for children who suffer from these conditions by reducing recovery time and medical complications.
microwave ablationlimb length discrepanciesgrowth platespediatricssurgical alternatives
Research Aims
4AIM 01Develop a microwave ablation technique to disrupt growth plates.
AIM 02Test the efficacy of microwave energy delivery compared to surgical drilling.
AIM 03Design devices that minimize damage to surrounding tissues.
AIM 04Evaluate recovery times and complications associated with microwave ablation.
Skills the Lab Values
microwave energy applicationbiological tissue heatingdynamic positioning techniquesexperimental animal modelsdevice development
Output against the department
Publications171bottom 39% of dept.365th of 595
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Citations11ktop 32% of dept.191st of 595
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