The research themes of this joint team (LABO - LAF) include all anatomical, physiological, functional and biomechanical aspects of
the musculoskeletal system. Projects are aimed both at improving knowledge of morphology and biomechanics, and at developing
innovative methods of movement analysis and practical or clinical applications. This involves innovative approaches to
multidimensional data collection and analysis (including the organization of complex experimental protocols, the construction of experimental
set-ups, the adaptation and creation of hardware, and the development of algorithms and modeling methods).  

The resources found within the LABO make it unique in its field, as it is one of the only places in the world to bring together
so many resources (motion analysis, medical imaging, body donation, etc.) with a truly multidisciplinary team that is well trained
to deal with the various aspects required for this research.

Current research projects 

 Combined approach of optoelectronic plethysmography and geometric morphometry applied to the quantification of respiratory
patterns 

 Morpho-functional quantification of musculoskeletal structures involved in respiratory mechanics (clinical and
paleoanthropological) 

 Morpho-functional quantification of anatomical structures involved in the stabilization of the lumbar spine, including the
thoraco-lumbar fascia. 

 Quantification of movement by “procrustean movement” analysis applied to the trunk in modern humans and hominins 

 Evaluation and quantification of curvature profiles of the entire spine, as well as measurements of variations in thoracic
geometry using a digitized manual anatomical palpation method. Relation of these curvature profiles to dynamic measurements of spinal
mobility, gait and clinical assessments.

Measurement of sagittal balance using force (AMTI) and RsScan dynamic pressure platforms. 

- Analysis of spatio-temporal parameters, center of pressure and plantar pressures during walking in healthy subjects and those
suffering from low back pain. 

    Validation of virtual reality methods for assessing mobility and proprioception of the cervical spine. 

    Creation of specific musculoskeletal models, including the creation of lever arms in different body joints: hip, ankle,
knee, shoulder and jaw.