DEVELOPMENT OF TENODESIS GRIP ENHANCE ORTHOSIS (T-GEO) USING 3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY

• Published in: ARPN Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences
• Main Author: Shukor S.; Hashim N.M.; Zakaria N.A.C.; Abdullah A.H.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Asian Research Publishing Network 2021
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85126146828&partnerID=40&md5=9f3804488fc982f2410b06fbbea556fa

The spinal cord is a disease that can cause disabilities and affects the patients to carry out daily tasks. In this case study, the patient could not pinch the fingers but could flexion and extension of the wrist. The objectives of this study are to design and develop a customized adaptive device to help the respective patient. The model was developed based on the engineering design process to select the best design. The model was named Tenodesis Grip Enchance Orthosis (T-GEO) and further analyses using computational analysis to predict the product's performance. Then, the model was fabricated using 3D printing technology. Three different concepts were introduced, and the best design was selected using the pugh method. The findings suggested the product functioned well and capable of helping the patient regain the ability to pitch. © 2006-2021 Asian Research Publishing Network (ARPN). All rights reserved.