Design of mobile digit assistive system (MIDAS): A passive hand extension exoskeleton for post stroke rehabilitation

Titus S. Hansen; Chris K. Bitikofer; Bahram E. Sobbi; Joel C. Perry

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-01887-0_104

Design of mobile digit assistive system (MIDAS): A passive hand extension exoskeleton for post stroke rehabilitation

Titus S. Hansen
, Chris K. Bitikofer
, Bahram E. Sobbi
, Joel C. Perry^*

^*Corresponding author for this work

University of Idaho

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Abstract

Stroke often causes flexor hypertonia as well as weakness of finger extension. This limits functionality of the hand degrading independent ability to perform upper limb activities of daily living (ADL’s). Hand rehabilitation post stroke is vital to regaining functionality in the affected limb, leading to improved independence and quality of living. In this paper the development of DigEx and MIDAS passive arm orthoses are detailed. A quick-change cam system is implemented featuring one-handed cam swapping. This provides the ability to vary assistance levels to improve usability and independence for the user. Pulleys and bearings are added to reduce friction caused by mechanical contacts and material failure. Initial tests with the prototype are promising.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Biosystems and Biorobotics
Publisher	Springer International Publishing
Pages	535-539
Number of pages	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-01887-0_104
Publication status	Published - 2019
Externally published	Yes

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Name	Biosystems and Biorobotics
Volume	22
ISSN (Print)	2195-3562
ISSN (Electronic)	2195-3570

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