Regressing grasping using force myography: an exploratory study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Partial hand amputation forms more than 90% of all upper limb amputations. This amputation has a notable effect on the amputee's life. To improve the quality of life for partial hand amputees different prosthesis options, including externally-powered prosthesis, have been investigated. The focus of this work is to explore force myography (FMG) as a technique for regressing grasping movement accompanied by wrist position variations. This study can lay the groundwork for a future investigation of FMG as a technique for controlling externally-powered prostheses continuously.

Methods

Ten able-bodied participants performed three hand movements while their wrist was fixed in one of six predefined positions. The angle between Thumb and Index finger ([Formula: see text]),

SUBMITTER: Sadeghi Chegani R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6199756 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature