Combining in silico and in vitro experiments to characterize the role of fascicle twist in the Achilles tendon

Scientific Reports
Vickie ShimThor Besier

Abstract

The Achilles tendon (AT), the largest tendon in the human body has a unique structural feature, that is the fascicles in the AT display spiral twist. However, their functional and structural roles are still unclear. We used subject-specific computational models and tissue mechanical experiment to quantitatively characterize the role of fascicle twist in the Achilles tendon. Ten subject-specific finite element (FE) models of the Achilles tendon were developed from ultrasound images. Fascicle twist was implemented in these models using the material coordinate system available in our FE framework. Five different angles (0~60°) were implemented and material property optimization was performed for each of them (total 50 sets) using results from uniaxial stretch experiment. We showed that fascicle twist allows for even distribution of stress across the whole tendon, thus improving tissue strength. The predicted rupture load increased up to 40%. A number of connective tissues display similar fascicle twists in their structure. The resulting non-uniform strain distribution has been hypothesized as a primary factor in tissue degeneration and injuries. Therefore, our technique will be used to design biomechanically informed training and ...Continue Reading

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