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The skills laboratory and biomechanical test facilities can be configured to your testing, research, and surgical training needs. The equipment allows you to perform data collection and document all aspects of device placement, performance, and function in a variety of environments including bench, cadaver, and live tissue. Knowledgable staff will make your training event smooth and successful.

 

Biomechanics Laboratory

  • Machine shop for test fixture design and fabrication
  • Multiple testing devices and measurement devices on-site
  • 3D, video-based motion analysis system (VICON)
  • Extensive experience and published papers with joint and soft and hard tissue testing
  • Multiple materials test frames (MTS – 3D Spine, Mini-Bionix, axial test frame, Enduratec – axial/torsional, and ELF electroforce high frequency)
  • Long-term repetitive motion and flexure/strength test systems on-site
  • Comprehensive specimen acquisition, preparation, procedural assistance, storage and disposal
  • Wet lab set-up with the ability to configure test equipment

 

Surgical Skills Laboratory

  • Open to all specialties
  • Nine whole body workstations with operating room lighting and suction
  • C-arm radiology set-ups with lead aprons
  • Full complement of surgical tools /equipment
  • Full line of drills and saws with all the attachments
  • Eight moveable arthroscopy towers
  • Color monitors with feed from local camera or recorded footage
  • Video camera set-up for recording documentation or live transmission
  • Walk-in freezer/cooler for specimen storage
  • Complete set-up for cadaver and “sawbones” exercises
  • Additional private two station room for smaller events

 

Specialized Expert Services

  • Protocol development and study design
  • Proposal writing, editing, and preparation
  • Expert evaluation of protocol/study planning
  • Medical and technical writing
  • Access to experienced researchers on protocol, test design, and data presentation for FDA applications and filings

Comprehensive R&D and Testing Support

Excelen helps you with all aspects of device/procedural research and design. Contact us to discuss how we integrate our unique complement of systems and services into your product development process.