Session|Amputation/Prosthetics
Upper Extremity Prosthetics - Functional Components 1

Abstract: This paper presents a myoelectric hand controlled by two EMG sensors. The developed prosthetic hand can grasp many type of object with the 5-independent fingers, possible to play a game or express intension with the five different hand gestures

Abstract: The Southampton Hand Assessment Procedure (SHAP) was used to measure the relative performance of a range of commercial prosthetic hands. As the test aims to measure the functional capability of the subject, a single subject was used for repeated measures and to remove the inter-subject variability.

Abstract: A case study shows that the Michelangelo hand system clearly brings advantages. In comparison to a hand system with a current state of technology, the user can successfully master a significant amount of additional tasks of daily living.

Abstract: In order to create a hand which can perform the 6 basic grip forms it was determined that 3-axis of motion are required. The index finger and thumb are individually actuated. The other fingers are linked via a differential mechanism so they can conformally grasp the detailed shape of the object.

Abstract: The interaction and partnership of the team approach with the therapist, prosthetist and manufacturer, will be reinforced in this presentation. Since the i-LIMB Hand was developed, team members have worked together to explore its unique features and a solid workingpartnership has been the result.

Abstract: Creation of detailed patient evaluations, test socket design, signal site testing, dynamic and final fittings, covering options and pre and post occupational therapy training to provide powered prostheses to individuals with partial hand loss will be provided.

Abstract: During active use, patients attempt to overcome limitations in range of motion with non-physiological compensating movements. This study of forearm patients shows that changes in the flexion angle of a prosthetic wrist joint significantly reduce compensating movements of the arm and torso.