Essays about: "prosthetic user"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 22 essays containing the words prosthetic user.

  1. 1. Transtibial Incisiontypes in Prosthetic Rehabilitation: A Scoping Review : Investigating the data available for Different Transtibial Amputation Techniques in Prosthetic Rehabilitation.

    University essay from Jönköping University/Hälsohögskolan

    Author : Gustav Höög; Oscar Högström; [2023]
    Keywords : Transtibial Amputation; Incision type; Prosthetic Rehabilitation; Scoping Review; Transtibial amputation; Lambå; Protesrehabilitering; Scoping Review;

    Abstract : Transtibial amputation is a major surgical procedure where both short- and long-term perspectives are important. The surgical method can directly impact stump quality which can affect the prosthetic user’squality of life. READ MORE

  3. 2. Design and implementation of an energy harvesting system in a prosthetic limb

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Ódinn K. Rúnarsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Energy harvesting; Prosthetic limbs; Supercapacitors; Printed circuit boards; 3D printing; Energiinsamling; Lemmproteser; Superkondensatorer; Tryckta kretskort; 3D Utskrivning; Orkuöflun; Gervilimir; Ofurþéttar; Prentaðar rafrásir; Þrívíddarprentun;

    Abstract : Energy Harvesting, also known as power harvesting or ambient power, is the process of obtaining small amounts of power from secondary sources, such as vibrations, light, temperature variations and even radio-frequency emissions. These systems have been uncommon in personal and wearable electronics in the past, however they are slowly gaining traction. READ MORE

  4. 3. Real-time adaptation of robotic knees using reinforcement control

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Leifur Daníel Sigurðarson; [2023]
    Keywords : Machine learning; deep reinforcement learning; transfer learning; medical device; prosthetic; prosthesis; controls; human-in-the-loop; Maskininlärning; djup förstärkningsinlärning; överföringsinlärning; medicinsk utrustning; protes; kontroller; människa-i-loopen;

    Abstract : Microprocessor-controlled knees (MPK’s) allow amputees to walk with increasing ease and safety as technology progresses. As an amputee is fitted with a new MPK, the knee’s internal parameters are tuned to the user’s preferred settings in a controlled environment. READ MORE

  5. 4. An alignment tool for prosthetic components : A conceptual development

    University essay from Jönköping University/HHJ, Avd. för rehabilitering

    Author : Robin Johansson; [2022]
    Keywords : Prosthetics; alignment; malalignment; misalignment; artificial limb; design; product development.; Protes; uppställning; inställning; felställning; konstgjord kroppsdel; design; produktutveckling;

    Abstract : Prosthetic alignment is the principle of the position and orientation and of the components in a lower limb prosthesis to achieve desirable biomechanical characteristics. Poor alignment of lower limb prostheses is related to decreased balance, knee and hip arthritis, and higher energy expenditure for the user. READ MORE

  6. 5. An investigation of circumstances surrounding prosthetic users’ fall and fear of falling : A Cross-Sectional Survey

    University essay from Jönköping University/Hälsohögskolan; Jönköping University/HHJ. Ortopedteknisk plattform

    Author : Jens Dyekær Nielsen; Sara Overgaard Dich; [2022]
    Keywords : Fear of falling; prosthetic user; falls; physical and psychological factors; Falls Efficacy Scale-International; ABC; G-SAP; rädsla för att falla; protestanvändare; falla ramla; fysiska och psykologiska faktorer; Falls Efficacy Scale-International; Activities-specific Balance Confidence; ; Gait-Specific Attentional Profile;

    Abstract : SummaryBackground Prosthetic users face significant challenges both physically and psychologically. Falling poses a significant risk for the individual, and a consequence of this is gaining a fear of falling and self-imposed restrictions. These consequences can have a major impact on the individuals’ health and quality of life. READ MORE