Lower leg foot orthoses are orthotic gadgets that help the decrease leg joint and are suitable for a few pathologies, typically those that improve the foot drop circumstance, which is resulting from a lower leg joint insufficiency. In the existing paintings, a custom designed model of decrease leg foot orthosis applied as a part of the human frame has been created. Additive Manufacturing structures has been utilized to create the lower leg foot orthosis (Selective Laser Sintering Technology). Kinematic estimations had been received in a stride lab from foot drop sufferers, with and with out three-D plastic printed lower leg foot orthoses on unmarried toes. The consequences got proven that with the orthoses, the lower leg joint conduct is sort of a instantly torsional spring, with out a hysteresis. With an goal to check the sufficiency of the AFO, Clinical GAIT Analysis of Foot Drop Patients has been performed. Customized 3-d printed Ankle Foot orthosis has been established to present higher GAIT cycle execution. The consequences of this look at indicated that development of gait in foot drop sufferers with 3-d published ankle foot orthosis that's measured via Clinical Gait evaluation.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Foot Drop
- Anatomy
- Literature Review
- Ankle Foot Orthoses Design
- Ankle Foot Orthoses Manufacturing Techniques
- Clinical Trials of Ankle Foot Orthoses
- Methodology
- Results
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
The primary objective of this work is to explore the improvement of ankle joint stability in foot drop patients during walking through the use of 3D printed ankle foot orthoses (AFOs). The research investigates the efficacy of custom-designed AFOs, utilizing additive manufacturing techniques, in addressing the gait challenges associated with foot drop.
- The biomechanics of foot drop and gait analysis
- The design and manufacturing of custom-fit ankle foot orthoses
- The effectiveness of 3D printed AFOs in improving ankle stability and gait
- Clinical trials and gait analysis to evaluate the impact of AFOs on foot drop patients
- The potential of additive manufacturing in the development of customized orthotic devices
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the concept of foot drop, a condition characterized by impaired dorsiflexion of the foot, and provides a detailed explanation of the relevant anatomy, particularly focusing on the peroneal nerve and its role in foot movement.
- Literature Review: This section explores the existing research on ankle foot orthoses (AFOs), focusing on their design, manufacturing techniques, and clinical trials. It examines various approaches to designing and fabricating AFOs, including the use of rapid prototyping and 3D printing technologies. It also highlights the potential benefits of custom-fit AFOs in enhancing gait stability and functionality for foot drop patients.
- Methodology: This chapter details the methodology employed in the research, including the 3D scanning process, CAD design techniques, and the 3D printing technology used to create the AFOs. The chapter also discusses the materials used, the importance of ensuring proper fit and comfort, and the rigorous gait analysis techniques implemented to assess the efficacy of the AFOs.
- Results: This section presents the results of the study, focusing on the impact of the custom-designed 3D printed AFOs on ankle torque, ankle power, ankle force, and ankle angle during gait analysis. It compares the gait parameters of foot drop patients wearing the new AFOs with those wearing traditional AFOs, highlighting the significant improvements achieved through the use of the 3D printed devices.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key keywords and topics of this text include: ankle foot orthosis (AFO), gait analysis, foot drop, human biomechanics, 3D printing, additive manufacturing, custom-fit orthoses, clinical trials, gait stability, and patient-specific design.
- Quote paper
- Dr. Harish Banga (Author), Parveen Kalra (Author), Rajesh Kumar (Author), 2018, Improvement of Ankle Joint Stability in Foot Drop Patients During Walking by 3D Printed Ankle Foot Orthoses, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/442423
