Essays about: "Affordable Medicine"

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1. 1. Towards a feedback system for upper body bodyweight exercises using multiple inertial measurement units : A user-centred approach

   University essay from KTH/Medicinteknik och hälsosystem

   Author : Panagiota Papadopoulou; [2023]
   Keywords : IMU sensors; bodyweight training; machine learning; real-time feedback; push-ups; tricep dips; plank;

   Abstract : This thesis explores the feasibility of developing an affordable and easy-to-use feed- back system that leverages information from multiple inertial measurement units (IMUs) to identify mistakes during upper body bodyweight training and provide real-time feedback to the user. To develop the system, a human-centered approach was used, which involved conducting semi-structured interviews with movement ex- perts and a workshop with targeted end-users to understand their needs. READ MORE

3. 2. A novel clinical test of pointing acuity withopen and closed eyes  a validity study

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för hälsa, lärande och teknik

   Author : Benjamin Hägglund; [2023]
   Keywords : proprioception; hand; validity; Qualisys Motion Capture QTC ; Leap Motion Controller LMC ;

   Abstract : Hand proprioception is crucial for daily activities and may be compromised by diseases or injuries,impacting patients' independence. The lack of feasible, accurate, and affordable clinical tools forhand proprioception assessment poses a significant challenge, essential for identifying dysfunctionand evaluating treatment effects. READ MORE

4. 3. Impact of ACA’s free screening policy on colorectal cancer outcomes and cost savings : Effect of removal of out-of-pocket cancer screening fee on screening, incidence, mortality, and cost savings

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   Author : Oyun Togtokhjav; [2023]
   Keywords : colorectal cancer; panel data model; incidence; mortality; affordable care act; behavioral economics;

   Abstract : Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide as of 2020. Early detection and diagnosis of colorectal cancer can greatly increase the chances of successful treatment and can also reduce the cost of care including treatment. READ MORE

5. 4. Assessment of Lower Limb Muscle Strength: Feasibility and Implementation on Exxentric’s SingleExx Machines

   University essay from KTH/Medicinteknik och hälsosystem

   Author : Maximilian Geisler; [2023]
   Keywords : Force measurement; Lower limb strength; Symmetry assessment; Flywheel-based leg extension machine; Prototype development; Isokinetic dynamometer; Kraftmätning; Styrka i nedre extremiteterna; Symmetribedömning; Flywheel- baserad benförlängningsmaskin; Prototyputveckling; Isokinetisk dynamometer;

   Abstract : Measuring lower limb strength and symmetry is a common practice in elite sports to determine the return to sports point in time during rehabilitation, and this information could be useful for amateur athletes too. However, the devices used for this are highly sophisticated and hardly accessible. READ MORE

6. 5. Patents or Patients? The COVD-19 Pandemic and Intellectual Property Rights

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för handelsrätt

   Author : Fatema Noor Jasia; [2022]
   Keywords : Covid-19; Pandemic; Human Rights to Health; Patent Rights; Affordable Medicine; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : Worldwide inequality in the circulation of vaccines during the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic re-ignited the ever-existing turmoil between rich, developed nations and poor, developing nations on the role of intellectual property (IP) against the fundamental right to health. The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) contribute to making medicinal products and diagnostic supplies more cost effectively for everyone around the world. READ MORE