2023 was a special year for me. it was the year I made my first Longtrack Junior World Team, the year I qualified for the 2024 Gangwon Youth Olympics, and the year I experienced my first true burnout. reflecting on everything that has happened this year, I realized I would change a thing. Every experience […]
The Cutting Edge: Short Track Speedskaters Physics to the Max
Im Joo Rhyu and the esteemed team at Korea University College of Medicine embarked on an ambitious exploration of the inner workings of short track speed skaters’ brains. This motivated group used extensive brain imaging technology to reveal the mysteries behind the awe-inspiring balance and coordination exhibited by elite speedskaters Their groundbreaking findings, published in […]
Para-Skiing: Living Life on the Edge
Over the decades, the world of winter sports has witnessed a remarkable transformation in welcoming individuals with disabilities. It all started in the early 1950s when courageous amputee veterans ventured into skiing despite their physical challenges. The game-changer came with the invention of the outrigger by the ingenious West Germans—this innovative crutch with ski tips […]
Discovering the Components of Below-the-Knee Prosthetics
In the world of prosthetics, below-the-knee prosthetics stand as marvels of innovation, offering a lifeline to individuals who have faced the challenge of lower limb amputation. These intricate devices are more than mere replacements; they’re finely tuned systems designed to restore not just mobility, but also dignity and independence. At the heart of every below-the-knee […]
Casey Chronicles: How life at Camp Changed me for the Better
Last week, I was a counselor for a week at a sleepaway camp. This was not your ordinary summer camp; it was a camp for kids ages 6-17 who faced all sorts of challenges, whether they were on the spectrum, paralyzed from the waist down, or had cerebral palsy. Some children also had osteogenesis imperfecta, […]
Bionic Breakthroughs are Redefining the World of Prosthetics
In the realm of prosthetics, groundbreaking advancements are revolutionizing the way we approach limb replacements. An article on ScienceDaily (read here) sheds light on a game-changing breakthrough: a new way to attach bionic limbs without relying on remnant muscles in the residual limb. In the past, remnant muscles in the residual limb were pretty much […]
Empowering Amputees Through New Prosthetic Technology
Advancements in prosthetic technology have once again revolutionized the lives of amputees, enabling them to regain functionalities once thought to be impossible. In a recent breakthrough, researchers have created a bionic arm that allows patients with upper-limb amputations to regain a sense of normalcy in their daily lives. This technology goes beyond what we think […]
A Historic Breakthrough in Prosthetic Technology
In the world of prosthetics, science fiction has become a reality. This unique technology has set new limits in the field by directly connecting prosthetics to nerves, muscles, and skeletons. The newfound prosthetics have mind-controlled functionality, self-containment, and exceptional long-term stability, which have transformed the lives of amputees in unimaginable ways. The neuromusculoskeletal prosthesis was […]
What Does it Truly Take to be a Biomedical Engineer?
Becoming a biomedical engineer takes a lot of time, work, and dedication. To be successful in this career path, one must have a strong education, a large skillset, and a true passion for the field. A bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering is typically the minimum requirement, but many go above and beyond to achieve higher […]
Finishing the 22/23 Season Strong
The 2022/23 season has been one of the most eventful skating seasons of my career. I started the season off by going to the chiropractor weekly and overtraining myself to the point of exhaustion. I ended the season by earning a silver medal at the Longtrack Junior World Championships, winning nationals for my age group, […]