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Single-axis simulated hip-joint movement controlled by body-mounted IMUs for electromechanical prosthesis applications
Title
Single-axis simulated hip-joint movement controlled by body-mounted IMUs for electromechanical prosthesis applications
Author
Fifield, Austin
Date Created
2020
Subjects--Topical
Electrical engineering
Description
Survivors of cancerous and traumatic transpelvic amputations have difficulty in transitioning into and out of a chair, as well as sitting upright with correct posture. The addition of special pads and chair inserts can help the amputee; however, t...
The Value of Prosthetic Rehabilitation for Current and Potential Lower Limb Prosthesis Users
Title
The Value of Prosthetic Rehabilitation for Current and Potential Lower Limb Prosthesis Users
Author
Miller, Taavy
Date Created
2020
Subjects--Topical
Economics, Medical sciences, Health services administration
Description
The goal of this dissertation is to inform clinicians, researchers and policy makers of the potential value of prosthesis intervention for individuals who experience a lower limb amputation. In addition, this dissertation supports the call for mor...