Analysis and comparison of wrist splint designs using the finite element method: Multi-material three-dimensional printing compared to typical existing practice with thermoplastics

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease affecting the joints. Treatment can include immobilisation of the affected joint with a custom-fitting splint, which are typically fabricated by hand from Low Temperature Thermoplastic (LTT), but the approach poses several limitations. This study focuse...

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Main Authors: Aitor Cazon, Sarah Kelly, Abby Paterson, Richard Bibb, Ian Campbell
Format: Default Article
Published: 2017
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Design not elsewhere classified
Mechanical engineering not elsewhere classified
Arthritis
Wrist splint
Additive manufacturing
Finite element analysis
Von Mises stress
Design Practice and Management not elsewhere classified
Mechanical Engineering
Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/2134/25731
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