Essays about: "Osseointegration"

Showing result 6 - 7 of 7 essays containing the word Osseointegration.

1. 6. FE analysis and design of the mechanical connection in an osseointegrated prosthesis system

   University essay from Mekanik

   Author : Emelie Magnusson; [2011]
   Keywords : abutment; finite element analysis; gait analysis; implant; Integrum; Morse taper; osseointegration; prosthesis; titanium;

   Abstract : In this master thesis the connection between the two major parts of an osseointegrated prosthesis system for lower limb amputees has been investigated by finite element (FE) analysis. The prosthesis system is developed by Integrum and the current design consists of a fixture, which is integrated in the residual bone, an abutment that penetrates the skin and an abutment screw that holds the parts together. READ MORE

3. 7. Instrumentation of Gait Analysis

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för informations- och kommunikationsteknik (ICT)

   Author : Weizen Ma; [2010]
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   Abstract : This master’s thesis project “Instrumentation of Gait Analysis” was carried out at and funded by Integrum AB, Gothenburg, Sweden. Force analysis is critical during rehabilitation process of amputation patients, since overloading might place the bone-implant interface at risk; while underloading might extend unnecessarily the already long rehabilitation program [1]. READ MORE