A parametric 3D printed assistive device for people with cerebral palsy - assessment of outcomes and comparison with a commercial counterpart.

IF 2.5 4区医学 Q1 REHABILITATION

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-01-02 Epub Date: 2023-05-22 DOI:10.1080/10400435.2023.2202696

Rune Thorsen, Denise Cugnod, Marina Ramella, Rosa Converti, Maurizio Ferrarin

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Abstract

This paper presents the use of a parametric design platform and 3D printing to create personalized assistive devices (ADs) for individuals with cerebral palsy, specifically a fork/spoon holder. Five subjects participated in the study, each receiving a customized device to fit their dominant hand, and they tested both the 3D printed device and a commercially available one. The devices were evaluated based on functionality and satisfaction using two standard clinical questionnaires (IPPA and QUEST 2.0). The results showed that neither the 3D printed nor the commercial device provided substantial benefits, but the questionnaires provided valuable feedback on areas for improvement. The study highlights the need for highly personalized solutions in ADs, which could be addressed by 3D printing. A configurator for generating production files from a parametric model could facilitate personalization, but a large number of model versions should be available to meet individual needs. Future research could explore clinical evaluations and guide the development of efficient and effective frameworks for digital fabrication in terms of clinically feasible AD model sourcing.

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为脑瘫患者设计的参数化三维打印辅助设备--成果评估及与商业同类产品的比较。

本文介绍了如何利用参数化设计平台和三维打印技术为脑瘫患者制作个性化辅助设备（ADs），特别是叉子/汤匙夹。五名受试者参与了这项研究，每人都获得了一个适合其惯用手的定制装置，他们同时测试了三维打印装置和市售装置。研究人员使用两份标准临床问卷（IPPA 和 QUEST 2.0）对这两种装置的功能和满意度进行了评估。结果表明，3D 打印设备和商用设备都没有带来实质性的益处，但问卷就需要改进的地方提供了宝贵的反馈意见。这项研究强调了对高度个性化的 AD 解决方案的需求，而 3D 打印技术可以解决这一问题。根据参数模型生成生产文件的配置器可促进个性化，但应提供大量的模型版本以满足个人需求。未来的研究可以探索临床评估，并从临床可行的 AD 模型来源方面指导开发高效、有效的数字制造框架。

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Assistive Technology REHABILITATION-

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4.00

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5.60%

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期刊介绍： Assistive Technology is an applied, scientific publication in the multi-disciplinary field of technology for people with disabilities. The journal"s purpose is to foster communication among individuals working in all aspects of the assistive technology arena including researchers, developers, clinicians, educators and consumers. The journal will consider papers from all assistive technology applications. Only original papers will be accepted. Technical notes describing preliminary techniques, procedures, or findings of original scientific research may also be submitted. Letters to the Editor are welcome. Books for review may be sent to authors or publisher.