BERTEAU Orthopedic Biomechanics Lab

 Our lab is proud to share the publication of our new article in Advanced Functional Materials , titled: “Investigating the Remarkable Deformability of Intermuscular Bones in Teleost Fish: Insights from Porous Networks and Mineralization Patterns.” DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202512383 🔍 What we discovered Intermuscular bones (IB) in herring are unusual mineralized tissues: they combine bone-like strength with tendon-like stretchability . Using thermogravimetric analysis , in situ SAXS tensile testing , and synchrotron nanoCT , we show that: Larger (older) fish have IB that deform up to ~4.5% strain , nearly double that of smaller fish. Nearly 100% of the applied tissue strain is transferred to collagen fibrils in larger fish — a behavior closer to tendons than to bone. NanoCT reveals a layered mineralization pattern and a highly connected porous network (≈180% more porosity in large fish), aligned along the bone’s long axis. These structural heterogeneities help explain...

We are pleased to announce that Professor Jean-Philippe Berteau has been awarded a $10,000 grant through the CUNY Open Educational Resources (OER) initiative to develop a new open-access textbook titled Evidence-Based Practice and Artificial Intelligence in Rehabilitation Science. This project will build on Professor Berteau’s ongoing work at the intersection of data-driven clinical reasoning, rehabilitation technology, and AI-enhanced decision-making. The textbook will be Creative Commons–licensed and hosted on CUNY Academic Works, ensuring free and permanent access to students, educators, and researchers across disciplines. The forthcoming volume will serve as both a pedagogical and conceptual framework, bridging the principles of evidence-based practice with the growing influence of machine learning and computational methods in clinical rehabilitation sciences. It aims to foster a deeper understanding of how artificial intelligence can support critical thinking, ethical decision-mak...

This year’s Undergraduate Conference on Research, Scholarship, and the Arts began with a standout moment: Lawrence and Jessica presenting their respective research in beautifully designed and intellectually engaging posters. Their work drew well-deserved attention for its depth, clarity, and the professionalism with which they presented it. They were poised, passionate, and incredibly impressive — a true reflection of the academic excellence we strive to cultivate at CSI. Now in its 24th year , the annual conference has become one of the defining events of the spring semester. It offers students like Lawrence and Jessica a valuable platform to share their scholarly and creative work with peers, faculty, and the broader campus community. Their presentation not only demonstrated the strength of their research but also highlighted the meaningful faculty-student partnerships that are central to CSI’s educational mission. The conference is more than a showcase; it’s a celebration. A cel...

We are excited to announce the publication of our latest review article in the Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology :  "Elderly Hip Osteoarthritis: A Review of Short-Term Pain Relief Through Non-Weight-Bearing Therapies" by Olivia Norato, Sarah Velez, Arbonor Lleshi, Gordon Lam, Marlon Morales, Glory Udechi, Edwin Cung, and Jean-Philippe Berteau 📅 Published: April 8, 2025 🔗 Read the full article here 🔍 What’s the Study About? Hip osteoarthritis (OA) can be especially debilitating for older adults, interfering with everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs, and even standing up from a chair. Our review explores the benefits of non-weight-bearing (NWB) interventions , such as manual therapy (MT) and aquatic therapy (AT) , as strategies for short-term pain relief in this population. By focusing on older adults (60+ years) , including individuals with higher BMI who face increased joint loading, we examined how reducing gravitational stress on the ...

We are excited to announce the publication of an important contribution to the field of physiotherapy, authored by Dr. Jean-Philippe Berteau: a * Systematic Narrative Review * exploring the latest modalities for managing pain in hip and knee osteoarthritis. This comprehensive review sheds light on the effectiveness of physiotherapy interventions aimed at alleviating the burden of one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal conditions worldwide. Berteau, Jean-Philippe Paul PhDa,b,c,*. Systematic narrative review of modalities in physiotherapy for managing pain in hip and knee osteoarthritis: A review. Medicine 103(39):p e38225, September 27, 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/MD.0000000000038225  Overview of the Study Osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip and knee is a common and often debilitating condition, affecting millions of people globally. As the prevalence of OA rises with aging populations, so does the need for effective, evidence-based treatments to manage its symptoms, particularly chronic pai...

  🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to share that Dr. Jean-Philippe Berteau was recognized by the President of the College of Staten Island in his recent letter to the faculty and staff! 🏛️✨ Dr. Berteau received this special mention for organizing the Fourth Annual Bone and Orthopedics Interdisciplinary Symposium. This event highlighted cutting-edge research and fostered collaboration among experts in the field, contributing significantly to our community and beyond. Dr. Berteau extends his heartfelt thanks to the President for this honor. He is motivated more than ever to continue pursuing excellence in research and interdisciplinary collaboration. A big thank you to everyone who supports and contributes to our mission at BerteauLab. Together, we are making a difference! ---