Journal of Undergraduate Research
Keywords
gluteus medius, muscle fibers, 3-D modeling, hip replacement surgery
College
Life Sciences
Department
Physiology and Developmental Biology
Abstract
The human body is amazingly complex. Every structure and function affects multiple other structures and functions in a very automated way. Going from sitting to standing includes thousands of activated neurons, millions of contracting muscle fibers, and perfect balance coordinated between the semicircular canals and brain. With so much to study it was difficult to narrow it down. I decided though that I wanted to better understand anatomy, and especially the very fine anatomy of the hip because I am interested in gait pattern. After working with Dr. Wisco, I concluded that I would create a three dimensional model of the gluteus medius muscle fibers and it’s attachments to bone or other muscle. I had 3 aims for this project 1) gain the skills necessary to create a 3-D model, 2) train other lab members on 3-D modeling techniques, and 3) create a detailed model of the gluteus medius to improve recover after hip replacement surgery.
Recommended Citation
Zibetti, Kylen and Wisco, Dr. Jonathan
(2013)
"Three-dimensional Characterization and Mapping of Gluteus Medius Muscle Fibers,"
Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013:
Iss.
1, Article 1443.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1443