The application Arthroscopy: The Equine Palmar Fetlock (2014) contains an anatomically accurate 3D model of the equine fetlock joint based on real medical data. Its main feature is a realistic view of a simulated surgeon’s perspective during arthroscopy.
An equine fetlock joint was imaged and the corresponding CT data used to create 3D models of the bones and soft tissues, originating an anatomically accurate model of a flexed equine fetlock joint, with its palmar synovial cavity as it is when distended for arthroscopy. This educational interactive tool aids veterinary students and equine surgery residents in learning arthroscopic procedures. It showcases specific surgical anatomy which can be explored in an interactive manner.

 

The application Anatomy of Facial Expression (2014) contains an interactive 3D model of the head and neck of the human body, with information about the muscles we use in facial expressions. This educational tool is useful in the learning process of anatomy and artistic anatomy students.
The 3D model used in this application is the Zygote model, provided by the Digital Design Studio, Glasgow School of Art.

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The images below show (in this order):

• Main menu of the interactive educational platform about equine arthroscopy;

• Steps of the development process of the arthoscopy app:

  • DICOM data collection and analysis;

  • dissection and anatomical studies to support data analysis;

  • segmentation of each anatomical structure and generation of the respective 3D models;

  • interaction development in Unity 3D.

• Final stage of arthroscopy app: comparison of real arthroscopy images and images from simulation within the app;

• Screens from final application:

  • simulation of surgeon perspective during arthroscopy in equine fetlock joint;

  • interactive feature in which the user can explore de 3D model;

• Main menu and other screens of the interactive educational platform about facial expressions - this app provides anatomical information specific to each muscle and shows which muscles are used in five universal human expressions.