scholarly journals Assessment of body-powered upper limb prostheses by able-bodied subjects, using the Box and Blocks Test and the Nine-Hole Peg Test

2014 ◽  
Vol 40 (1) ◽  
pp. 109-116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liz Haverkate ◽  
Gerwin Smit ◽  
Dick H Plettenburg
Keyword(s):  
Study Design ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Clinical Relevance ◽  
Functional Performance ◽  
Reference Value ◽  
Functional Tests ◽  
Second Best ◽  
Terminal Device ◽  
Upper Limb Prostheses ◽  
Nine Hole Peg Test

Background: The functional performance of currently available body-powered prostheses is unknown. Objective: The goal of this study was to objectively assess and compare the functional performance of three commonly used body-powered upper limb terminal devices. Study design: Experimental trial. Methods: A total of 21 able-bodied subjects ( n = 21, age = 22 ± 2) tested three different terminal devices: TRS voluntary closing Hook Grip 2S, Otto Bock voluntary opening hand and Hosmer Model 5XA hook, using a prosthesis simulator. All subjects used each terminal device nine times in two functional tests: the Nine-Hole Peg Test and the Box and Blocks Test. Results: Significant differences were found between the different terminal devices and their scores on the Nine-Hole Peg Test and the Box and Blocks Test. The Hosmer hook scored best in both tests. The TRS Hook Grip 2S scored second best. The Otto Bock hand showed the lowest scores. Conclusion: This study is a first step in the comparison of functional performances of body-powered prostheses. The data can be used as a reference value, to assess the performance of a terminal device or an amputee. Clinical relevance The measured scores enable the comparison of the performance of a prosthesis user and his or her terminal device relative to standard scores.

The Next Generation of Upper-Limb Prostheses, 1994

1994 ◽  
Author(s):  
William H. Donovan ◽  
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Diane J. Atkins ◽  
Denise C. Y. Heard
Keyword(s):  
Upper Limb ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
Upper Limb Prostheses

scholarly journals O EFEITO DA REALIDADE VIRTUAL NA CAPACIDADE FUNCIONAL DE MEMBROS SUPERIORES EM INDIVÍDUOS COM HEMIPARESIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-44
Author(s):  
Nicoly Ribeiro Uliam ◽  
Isabella Cristina Leoci ◽  
Silas de Oliveira Damasceno ◽  
Caroline Nunes Gonzaga ◽  
Isabela Bortolim Frasson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Functional Capacity ◽  
Normal Function ◽  
Manual Dexterity ◽  
Upper Limbs ◽  
Partial Loss ◽  
Nine Hole Peg Test

Stroke maylead to total and/or partial loss of normal function inone of the upper limbs, and therehabilitation is one of the main focuses of physiotherapists.The objective was to analyze the effects of virtual reality on upper limb functional capacity in individuals with hemiparesis. Initially they were evaluated for manual dexterity by the Nine Hole Peg Test (NHPT) and Box and Blocks Test (BBT) then be conductedto perform a 16-session protocol using virtual reality game through Nintendo WiiTMconsole. ™.We included 10 individuals with mean age of 64.5±9.54 and did not demonstrated significant results when comparing the moments, only a small effect (d=0.23) was found in the left upper limb in the NHPT. It was concluded, there was no significant improvement in the functional capacity of the upper limbs using virtual reality in individuals with hemiparesis.

scholarly journals Evaluating the Contourhook—help or hindrance?

1986 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 99-102
Author(s):  
V. E. Angliss
Keyword(s):  
Activities Of Daily Living ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Daily Living ◽  
World Congress ◽  
Terminal Device ◽  
Development Unit

A new Contourhook terminal device was introduced to the Central Development Unit (CDU) in Australia through the therapist attending the exhibit at the ISPO World Congress, London, September, 1983. Ten upper limb amputees, who were experienced prosthetic users were selected for the evaluation. The patients were asked to attend the CDU to perform selected activities; 7 activities were designed to simulate hand prehension and 17 were bimanual activities of daily living. The activities were performed using the conventional split hook terminal device. The same activities were repeated using the Contourhook terminal device. Performances and patients' comments were recorded. In general the Contourhook was found to compare unfavourably with conventional terminal devices, aspects of the brochure were misleading and all patients preferred their previously worn terminal device.

scholarly journals Participatory design of healthcare technology with children

2018 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-27
Author(s):  
Tara Sims
Keyword(s):  
Product Design ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Participatory Design ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Design Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Upper Limb Prostheses ◽  
Sociocultural Approach ◽  
Design Skills

Purpose There are many frameworks and methods for involving children in design research. Human-Computer Interaction provides rich methods for involving children when designing technologies. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach This paper examines various approaches to involving children in design, considering whether users view children as study objects or active participants. Findings The BRIDGE method is a sociocultural approach to product design that views children as active participants, enabling them to contribute to the design process as competent and resourceful partners. An example is provided, in which BRIDGE was successfully applied to developing upper limb prostheses with children. Originality/value Approaching design in this way can provide children with opportunities to develop social, academic and design skills and to develop autonomy.

scholarly journals Optimizing strap designs of upper limb prostheses

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 168781401878926
Author(s):  
Ying Liu ◽  
Xiufeng Zhang ◽  
Ning Zhang ◽  
Jianguang Xu ◽  
Rong Yang
Keyword(s):  
Upper Limb ◽  
Original Problem ◽  
Mechanical Analysis ◽  
Equilibrium Equations ◽  
Prosthetic Socket ◽  
Upper Limb Prosthesis ◽  
Upper Limb Prostheses ◽  
Discipline Problem ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Limb Prosthesis

The precise positioning design of upper limb prostheses is important for patients with upper limb disability. In this study, we propose an upper limb prosthesis with a negative pressure design. Mechanical analysis is performed to obtain the force and moment equilibrium equations. Then, the individual discipline feasible method is performed to decouple the original problem into a three-sub-discipline problem. A minimum of three shoulder straps of tension is obtained during optimization using the Isight harness scheme. The prosthetic socket can be firmly attached to the human body. Further experiments verify that the proposed device meets the basic requirements of wearing.

Longitudinal study of prosthesis use in veterans with upper limb amputation

2020 ◽  
pp. 030936462095792
Author(s):  
Linda Resnik ◽  
Matthew Borgia ◽  
Sarah Biester ◽  
Melissa A Clark
Keyword(s):  
Longitudinal Study ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Longitudinal Survey ◽  
Limb Amputation ◽  
Telephone Interviews ◽  
Upper Limb Amputation ◽  
Upper Limb Prostheses ◽  
Device Type

Background: Little is known about the patterns of prosthesis use and satisfaction of those who cease use or begin to use upper limb prostheses. Objectives: Among a longitudinal sample of Veterans with upper limb amputation, (1) describe changes in prosthesis use over 1 year, (2) examine rates of receipt of new prostheses, and (3) compare prosthesis satisfaction in respondents who received a new prosthesis to those who did not. Study Design: Longitudinal survey. Methods: 808 Veterans who had participated in a baseline interview 1 year earlier were invited to participate in structured telephone interviews. Results: A total of 562 persons with unilateral and 23 with bilateral amputation participated in the interviews (Response rate = 72.4% and 85.2%, respectively). Prosthesis use, frequency and intensity of use, and types of prostheses used were stable over 1 year. About 24% reported using a different primary terminal device type at follow-up than baseline. Prosthesis use was less frequent/intense at baseline among those who discontinued use compared with those who did not ( P < 0.05), and less frequent/intense for those who started compared with those who continued using a prosthesis ( P < 0.0001). Rates of prosthetic training were higher among those who received a different prosthesis type compared with those using the same type ( P = 0.06). Satisfaction scores were higher ( P < 0.01) for new prosthesis recipients, and lower at baseline for prosthesis abandoners compared with continued users ( P = 0.03). Conclusion: Prosthesis abandonment appears to be predicated on dissatisfaction with the device, as well as less frequent/intense prosthesis use. These findings can be used to identify those at risk for prosthesis abandonment and improve their prosthesis experience.

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