Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is commonly treated with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), surgery, or oral appliances. Among them, mandibular advancement devices (MADs) are a leading non-invasive option that repositions the lower jaw to maintain an open airway. However, current MADs do not fully resolve symptoms for all patients, highlighting the need for next-generation designs with improved efficacy and monitoring capabilities. At LBO, we are developing a new MAD design that overcomes the current limitations and enables real-time monitoring of the treatment.
Collaborations:
- Prof. Raphael Heinzer, Sleep Research and Investigation Center, CHUV
- Prof. Martin Broome, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Medicine, CHUV
Evaluating Sports Performance
Sports performance is usually assessed through laboratory tests or isolated field measurements. However, real-world evaluation remains challenging: in-field measurements are logistically complex, and capturing both biomechanical and physiological markers simultaneously is particularly difficult. This limits the accurate and comprehensive monitoring of athletic performance. At LBO, we address this limitation by developing an integrative sensing system that combines biomechanical and physiological measurements in real-time. This approach will enable precise, field-ready monitoring of athletic performance, bridging the gap between laboratory accuracy and on-site practicality.
Collaborations:
- Prof. Martin Broome, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Medicine, CHUV