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A User-Driven Approach to Prosthetic Upper Limb Development in Korea.

Naan Ju¹, Kyu-Hye Lee², Myoung-Ok Kim³

¹Research Institute of Industrial Science, Hanyang University, Seoul 04763, Korea.

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|August 6, 2021

Summary

Prosthetic arm users desire improved comfort, function, and aesthetics. Addressing these needs, particularly for daily tasks and specific activities, can enhance the quality of life for upper limb amputees.

Keywords:

assistive technology prosthetic upper limb technology development upper limb amputee user satisfaction user-centered prosthetic upper limb user’s needs user’s requirements

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Rehabilitation Science
Human Factors Engineering

Background:

Increasing prevalence of amputations necessitates advanced assistive devices.
Prosthetic arms offer functional restoration and improved quality of life for upper limb amputees.
User-centered design is crucial for effective prosthetic development.

Purpose of the Study:

Identify user requirements for upper limb prosthetics.
Determine key considerations in prosthetic selection.
Inform the development of user-centered prosthetic arms.

Main Methods:

Questionnaire survey administered to upper limb amputees.
Data collected from individuals visiting rehabilitation centers and orthosis companies.
Results analyzed using descriptive statistics and t-tests.

Main Results:

Discomfort (wear, weight, detachment) and design/function issues are primary reasons for prosthesis abandonment.
Prosthesis color and design are significant factors in user choice.
Users require diverse prosthetics for specific activities (sports, daily use) and face challenges with tasks like buttoning and using chopsticks.

Conclusions:

Developing prosthetic arms with varied functions tailored to user needs and situations is essential.
Addressing user-reported discomfort and functional limitations can improve prosthetic acceptance and efficacy.
User-centered design principles are vital for enhancing the quality of life for individuals with upper limb amputations.