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FES prototype to correct drop-foot (with Arduino)
Yes, I made my first FES prototype with Arduino! The goal is to stimulate tibialis anterior during the swing phase of the affected leg,...
Leonardo Boccuni
Jul 18, 20221 min read
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Wrist orthosis (30-seconds molding)
One of the easiest and most versatile orthosis is the volar wrist orthosis. From orthopaedic to neurological disorders, you can stabilize...
Leonardo Boccuni
Jul 18, 20221 min read
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Thumb orthosis (minimalistic design)
While doing my little experiments with thermoplastics, I'm always searching for minimalistic solutions. Here the latest tryout on...
Leonardo Boccuni
Jul 18, 20221 min read
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Hand splinting for neurorehabilitation (3 in 1 tutorials)
Thermoplastic hand splinting are very valuable when it comes to customized solutions for small districts, like hand and fingers. In this...
Leonardo Boccuni
Jul 17, 20221 min read
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Rest orthosis: what are the (best) options?
In case of severe upper limb paresis it's important to place the hand at rest in a proper position, to mantain passive range of motion,...
Leonardo Boccuni
Jul 17, 20221 min read
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Dynamic stabilization to correct claw hand (with wrist orthosis)
Finger extension results from the combined action of extrinsic and intrinsic muscles. In case of claw hand (deficit intrinsic muscles), a...
Leonardo Boccuni
Jul 17, 20221 min read
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Wrist orthosis: and what about the thumb?
Hand-wrist orthosis keeps the thumb free to move. However, some patients may require support to place the thumb in opposition to the...
Leonardo Boccuni
Jul 17, 20221 min read
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Hand rigidity: how to make a pulley system (to regain finger flexion)
When significant finger rigidity is present, such that the patient is unable to grasp an object, a pulley system may be used to regain...
Leonardo Boccuni
Jul 17, 20221 min read
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Ultimate guide on how to make a wrist hand thermoplastic orthosis (step-by-step)
Thermoplastic orthosis are a great way of stabilizing the wrist and the palm in a functional position, while leaving the arm and the...
Leonardo Boccuni
Jul 17, 20221 min read
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