Congratulations to Michael Focht for passing his qualifying exam!
His research is about measuring mechanical and structural rotator cuff tendon properties in vivo using MRI techniques. He is working to develop subject-specific models of the supraspinatus tendon in manual wheelchair users in order to predict tendon strains during various exercises and activities. These strain predictions can be used to improve clinical outcomes (rotator cuff and cardiovascular health) for people with spinal cord injuries. Below are two gifs from his recent work.
