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O’Brien, Lisa (author), Montesano, Elena (author), Chadwell, Alix (author), Kenney, Laurence (author), Smit, G. (author)
(1) Background: This study investigated the feasibility of conducting a two-week “real-world” trial of the Self Grasping Hand (SGH), a novel 3D printed passive adjustable prosthesis for hand absence; (2) Methods: Single-group pilot study of nine adults with trans-radial limb absence; five used body-powered split-hooks, and four had passive...
journal article 2022
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ten Kate, J (author), Smit, G. (author), Breedveld, P. (author)
Goal: This paper aims to provide an overview with quantitative information of existing 3D-printed upper limb prostheses. We will identify the benefits and drawbacks of 3D-printed devices to enable improvement of current devices based on the demands of prostheses users. Methods: A review was performed using Scopus, Web of Science and websites...
journal article 2017
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Maat (student), B.B. (author), Smit, G. (author), Plettenburg, D.H. (author), Breedveld, P. (author)
The group of passive prostheses consists of prosthetic hands and prosthetic tools. These can either be static or adjustable. Limited research and development on passive prostheses has been performed although many people use these prosthesis types. Although some publications describe passive prostheses, no recent review of the peer-reviewed...
review 2017