Year: 2023
Type: preprint
Abstract: Restoration of hand function is one of the highest priorities for SCI populations. In this work, we present a prototype of a robotic assistive orthosis capable of implementing tenodesis user control. The underactuated device provides active grasping assistance while preserving free wrist mobility through the use of Bowden cables. This device enables force modulation during grasping, which was effectively leveraged by a participant with C6 SCI to demonstrate improved grasping abilities using the orthosis, scoring 11 on the Grasp and Release Test using the device compared to 1 without it.
Source: arXiv (Cornell University)
Authors: Palacios, Joaquin, Deli-Ivanov, Alexandra, Chen, Ava, Winterbottom, Lauren, Nilsen, Dawn M., Stein, Joel, Ciocarlie, Matei
Institution: Columbia University
Language: English
Subfield: Biomedical Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W4389217301