Arielle Fischer

Congratulations to Arielle Fischer, Zuckerman Faculty Scholar at the Technion’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, on the publication of her recent study in Scientific Reports.

Dr. Fischer and her team found that intermittent vibration treatment can positively affect leg movement and reduce pain during recovery from torn ACL surgery. , With a wearable motion device,  individuals hadgreater knee flexibility  while walking, and improved walking and stair climbing.

Abstract:
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries often lead to significant gait alterations, with traditional rehabilitation sometimes failing to address these issues. Intermittent vibration stimulation (IVS) can enhance muscle function and reduce pain in knee pathologies. This randomized controlled trial investigated whether IVS affects lower limb kinematics during gait and stair ambulation in individuals three months post-ACL-reconstruction (ACLR).