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Long-term measurement of bone strain in vivo: the rat tibiaDespite the importance of strain in regulating bone metabolism, knowledge of strains induced in bone in vivo during normal activities is limited to short-term studies. Biodegeneration of the bond between gauge and bone is the principle cause of this limitation. To overcome the problem of bond degeneration, a unique calcium phosphate ceramic (CPC) coating has been developed that permits long-term attachment of microminiature strain gauges to bone. Using this technique, we report the first long-term measurements of bone strain in the rat tibia. Gauges, mounted on the tibia, achieved peak or near peak bonding at 7 weeks. Measurements were made between 7-10 weeks. Using ambulation on a treadmill, the pattern and magnitude of strain measured in the tibia remained relatively constant between 7-10 weeks post implantation. That strain levels were similar at 7 and 10 weeks suggests that gauge bonding is stable. These data demonstrate that CPC-coated strain gauges can be used to accurately measure bone strain for extended periods, and provide an in vivo assessment of tibial strain levels during normal ambulation in the rat. Copyright 2001 John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Document ID
20040125326
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Rabkin, B. A.
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field CA United States)
Szivek, J. A.
Schonfeld, J. E.
Halloran, B. P.
Date Acquired
August 22, 2013
Publication Date
May 1, 2001
Publication Information
Publication: Journal of biomedical materials research
Volume: 58
Issue: 3
ISSN: 0021-9304
Subject Category
Life Sciences (General)
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other
Keywords
Non-programmatic

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