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Magnetic splint for object retrieval.

L A Mildenberger

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy : Official Publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association

|March 1, 1984

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Magnetic splints help patients with high-level spinal cord injuries regain independence in grasping everyday items. This assistive device enhances daily living for individuals with limited hand function.

Area of Science:

Rehabilitation Engineering
Assistive Technology
Neuroprosthetics

Background:

High-level spinal cord injuries significantly impair upper extremity function, limiting independence.
Existing assistive devices may not fully address the needs of all individuals with spinal cord injuries.
Restoring functional independence in activities of daily living is a key rehabilitation goal.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of a magnetic splint and adapted objects for individuals with high-level spinal cord injuries.
To assess the potential for increased independence in object retrieval for this patient population.

Main Methods:

Utilized a magnetic splint system combined with complementary adapted objects.
Targeted patients with high-level spinal cord injuries not currently using assistive splints.

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Included patients capable of bringing the hand to the mouth, potentially with mobile arm support or overhead sling assistance.

Main Results:

The magnetic splint and adapted objects demonstrated effectiveness in enabling patients to retrieve commonly used objects.
The device facilitated greater independence for eligible patients with high-level spinal cord injuries.

Conclusions:

Magnetic splint technology offers a viable solution for enhancing independence in object retrieval for specific patient groups with spinal cord injuries.
This assistive approach can improve daily living activities for individuals with significant upper extremity functional limitations.