Frequency domain analysis of hip fracture using microwave Split Ring Resonator sensor on phantom model

In this letter, a preliminary study of the progression of bone healing in hip fracture model is done using a non-invasive Split Ring Resonator sensor (SRR). An SRR sensor was designed and used on phantom models representing different locations of femur such as distal, thigh and trochanter. For use on these targets and to model the bone healing different morphologies of tissues are considered and their equivalent phantoms are realized. The SRR simulation and measurement results show that the various tissue morphology can be distinguished using the frequency domain analysis. With further clinical studies in the future, these outcomes will support rehabilitation of patients with lower extremity injuries.