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Simulation and Education Tool for Physical Examinations of Orthopedic Pathologies

Award Number: R44AR080503
ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ARTHRITIS & MUSCULOSKELETAL & SKIN DISEASES
OPDIV: NIH
AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY
AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: SCIENTIFIC/HEALTH RESEARCH (INCLUDES SURVEYS)
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 07/01/2022
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 06/30/2025

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Simulation and Education Tool for Physical Examinations of Orthopedic Pathologies - Project Summary/Abstract The proposed project focuses on creating a simulation system that provides hands-on skills training of musculoskeletal, soft tissue, and ligament function for medical and health science students. Significance: Musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders are the most frequent chronic health problems in the United States. Despite this reality, education in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of MSK disorders and injuries is underrepresented in entry level training and postgraduate residency programs leaving primary care providers underprepared. Multiple studies have confirmed that students lack competency in this domain, having difficulty performing and interpreting the results of MSK examinations, leading to reduced patient outcomes. Hypothesis: We hypothesize that the creation and availability of a new simulation system can address this problem by supporting enhanced learning interactions and increasing knowledge transfer for clinical education. Specific Aims: A Fast-Track project is proposed where the Phase I aims will be to: 1) Consult with expert advisory panel and perform final independent evaluation, 2) Prototype knee joint mannequin materials/mechanical design, and 3) Develop simulation electronics and functionality. If the Phase I meets its transition criteria of success the follow-on Phase II program will: 1) Collect expert feedback on design and educational utility, 2) Perform additional skeletal/joint engineering and implement a suite of simulation curricula, and 3) Validate the system utility through human subject testing and expert evaluation.


Issue Date FY	Funding FY	Legal Entity Name	Legal Entity Address	Legal Entity City	Legal Entity State	Legal Entity Zip Code	Legal Entity COUNTY	Legal Entity COUNTRY	Assistance Listing	Award Code	Budget Year	Action Date	Action Type	Action Amount

Issue Date FY: 2024 ( Subtotal = $895,438 )
2024	2024	INNOVATIVE DESIGN LABS INC	861 E HENNEPIN AVE STE 450	MINNEAPOLIS	MN	55414	HENNEPIN	USA	Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Research	001	3	7/2/2024	NON-COMPETING CONTINUATION	$895,438
2024	2022	INNOVATIVE DESIGN LABS INC	861 E HENNEPIN AVE STE 450	MINNEAPOLIS	MN	55414	HENNEPIN	USA	Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Research	000	1	7/1/2024	NEW	$0
														Subtotal = $895,438

Issue Date FY: 2023 ( Subtotal = $884,903 )
2023	2023	INNOVATIVE DESIGN LABS INC	861 E HENNEPIN AVE	MINNEAPOLIS	MN	55414	HENNEPIN	USA	Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Research	000	2	6/21/2023	EXTENSION WITH OR WITHOUT FUNDS	$884,903
														Subtotal = $884,903

Issue Date FY: 2022 ( Subtotal = $264,808 )
2022	2022	INNOVATIVE DESIGN LABS INC.	861 E HENNEPIN AVE STE 450	MINNEAPOLIS	MN	55414	HENNEPIN	USA	Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Research	000	1	7/1/2022	NEW	$264,808
														Subtotal = $264,808

Grand Total All Awards = $2,045,149

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Simulation and Education Tool for Physical Examinations of Orthopedic Pathologies

Award Number: R44AR080503

ORGANIZATION: NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ARTHRITIS & MUSCULOSKELETAL & SKIN DISEASES

OPDIV: NIH

AWARD CLASS: DISCRETIONARY

AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: SCIENTIFIC/HEALTH RESEARCH (INCLUDES SURVEYS)

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 07/01/2022

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 06/30/2025

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