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Thomas Dickmann¹, Nikolas J Wilhelm^1,2, Claudio Glowalla¹

¹Orthopaedic Research, Clinic for Orthopaedics and Sport Orthopaedics, Klinikum Rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany.

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Summary

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This study introduces a new mechatronic exoskeleton for adaptive finger rehabilitation. The system accurately quantifies finger dynamics and allows functional tasks with built-in safety, making it suitable for home use.

Keywords:

adaptive control assisstive technologies exoskeletal analysis exoskeletal assist system interaction manipulator rehabilitate

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Rehabilitation Robotics
Mechatronics

Background:

Finger rehabilitation often requires specialized equipment for accurate assessment and therapy.
Existing systems may lack adaptability or user-friendliness for home-based rehabilitation.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a novel mechatronic exoskeleton architecture for adaptive finger rehabilitation.
To enable accurate quantification of finger dynamics and facilitate functional task performance.
To develop a compact, lightweight, and safe system for home use.

Main Methods:

Developed an underactuated kinematic structure for adaptive finger stimulation.
Integrated angular position sensors and force/torque sensors for motion detection and control.
Implemented force control as a safety feature to limit joint torques.

Main Results:

The exoskeleton accurately quantifies subject-specific finger dynamics, including range of motion (ROM) and joint force/torque trajectories.
The adaptive structure and force control facilitate various functional tasks safely.
The system is compact, lightweight, and user-friendly, tested successfully on healthy subjects.

Conclusions:

The novel mechatronic exoskeleton offers an effective solution for personalized finger rehabilitation.
Its adaptive and safe design promotes functional recovery and home-based therapy.
This technology has the potential to improve patient outcomes in finger rehabilitation.