The term “locomotor system” is a generic term for the nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems, and movement of biological system is realized by the coordinated function of the tissues and organs.
We aim to understand the interaction between “the structure of tissues and organs constituting the musculoskeletal system” and “the function of the musculoskeletal system, human movement and behavior” from a multi-scale perspective (from microscopic structure and function to macroscopic behavior), based on biomechanics.
We are conducting research using a variety of modalities, including measurement and control of microstructure and function in joints, visualization of the human body using medical imaging, and measurement of body movement and behavior using motion capture and wearable sensors. We are also conducting research and development of new measurement and data analysis methods from both deductive and inductive perspectives.
Statistical shape modeling of joint structure
Kinematics of normal and diseased joint
3D scanning of soft tissue and site-dependent deformation
Prediction of ligamentous function
Development of individualized musculoskeletal model
Advanced measurement by motion capture and analysis of multi-joint coordination
Construction of musculoskeletal shape database by Whole-body-MRI
Biometric information, movement, and behavior by wearable sensors
