Johns Hopkins researchers are committed to discovering new and better ways of managing sports-related injuries. The following examples provide a glimpse of how we’re making these advances possible. The Division of Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery has established shoulder and knee databases to identify factors that may influence outcomes of shoulder and knee surgeries. The electronic databases will be linked with those at other research centers worldwide, creating a comprehensive pool of compelling data to advance our knowledge of shoulder and knee surgeries and, ultimately, to improve patient outcomes. At our Cellular Engineering Center for Cartilage, Tendon and Ligament Research, Johns Hopkins researchers are involved in developing breakthrough techniques to replace cartilage, ligaments and tendons by growing replacement tissues capable of being implanted in patients. The Johns Hopkins Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory is dedicated to the scientific study of orthopedic concerns and the application of engineering principles to the better treatment and care of patients. By developing virtual reality models and analysis software to study musculoskeletal joint biomechanics, Johns Hopkins researchers pursue better and more reliable methods for limb salvage surgery in tumor patients and those with massive bone defects. We are also testing biophysical stimulations for use in bone and connective tissue maintenance and regeneration potential. | 
