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Autor:
U. Chris Ugbolue, Alexander C. Nicol
Publikováno v:
Work. 42:311-320
Objective To investigate slow and fast paced industrial activity hand repetitive movements associated with carpal tunnel syndrome where movements are evaluated based on finger and wrist tendon travel measurements. Methods Nine healthy subjects were r
Autor:
Alexander C. Nicol, U. Chris Ugbolue
Publikováno v:
Occupational Ergonomics. 9:153-168
The study assessed finger and wrist joint motion, temperature and volumetric measurements and reports a qualitative assessment resulting from repetitive industrial hand movements. Participants mimicked a series of industrial repetitive tasks incorpor
Publikováno v:
Computer Aided Surgery. 15:13-18
Computer Assisted Orthopaedic Surgery (CAOS) technology is constantly evolving with support from a growing number of clinical trials. In contrast, reports of technical accuracy are scarce, with there being no recognized guidelines for independent mea
Autor:
U. Chris Ugbolue, Alexander C. Nicol
Publikováno v:
Work. 37:413-424
OBJECTIVE To compare two postural interventions, a wrist splint and a Wrist Alignment Device (WAD) with a biofeedback mechanism. PARTICIPANTS Nine right-handed healthy individuals participated in the study. METHODS Using both hands independently a 30
Autor:
B.W. Stansfield, B. Condon, David Nash, Asimakis K. Kanellopoulos, Alexander C. Nicol, Tim Hems, M. Bransby-Zachary, Magnus K. Gislason
Publikováno v:
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine. 223:849-861
The aim of this work was to create an anatomically accurate three-dimensional finite element model of the wrist, applying subject-specific loading and quantifying the internal load transfer through the joint during maximal grip. For three subjects, r
Autor:
Alastair Macdonald, Madeleine Grealy, David Loudon, Victoria Hood, Alexander C. Nicol, Bernard A. Conway, Philip Rowe, Dinesh Samuel
Publikováno v:
Universal Access in the Information Society. 6:137-144
This paper discusses the development of a design tool using data calculated from the biomechanical functional demand on joints in older adults during activities of daily living, portrayed using a visual ‘traffic-light’ system. Whole body movement
Publikováno v:
The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. British volume. :1539-1544
This study evaluated the effect on movement under load of three different techniques for re-attachment of the tuberosities of the humerus using test sawbones. In the first, the tuberosities were attached both to the shaft and to each other, with one
Publikováno v:
Proceedings of the I MECH E Part L Journal of Materials:Design and Applications. 218:355-363
Modern lightweight stab-resistant body armour has been developed in response to the operational requirements and the experiences of police forces. While a high degree of protection may be afforded to the wearer, this has usually been achieved at the
Publikováno v:
Journal of Biomechanics. 34:791-797
High-resolution MRI scans, in conjunction with CAD software, were used to determine the three-dimensional moment arms and force vector direction cosines for 11 structures passing the interphalangeal and metacarpophalangeal joints of the index finger.
Publikováno v:
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine. 215:421-427
A wide range of scientific and clinical research studies use the measurement of grip force to quantify hand function and activities during daily living. Many applications of instrumented objects can be found in the biomechanical and neurophysiologica