The Use of Orthoses Made With 3D Printer In Upper Extremity Rehabilitation: A Review

Öz

Recent advancements in technology have brought about a significant transformation in the healthcare industry, particularly in the rehabilitation services sector, with the adoption of 3D (3 Dimensional) printing. This technology plays a crucial role in designing customized, aesthetically pleasing, lightweight, and eco-friendly orthoses for upper extremity rehabilitation. 3D scanning systems accurately predict the production process of orthoses, making it easier to maintain records of orthotic models. These recorded models make repetitive and batch production processes more efficient and accessible. However, the use of 3D printers in developing countries is limited due to high costs. Additionally, there is a lack of evidence-based practices. To overcome these challenges, efforts are underway to improve software interfaces for orthotic production and integrate 3D printed orthoses into upper extremity rehabilitation models. Further research is necessary to explore the optimal parameters for 3D printing in upper extremity orthotic production across diverse demographics.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Upper extremity
• Assistive technology
• printing
• rehabilitation
• three-dimensional

Üst Ekstremite Rehabilitasyonunda 3D Yazıcıyla Yapılan Ortezlerin Kullanımı: Derleme

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Son yıllarda teknolojideki gelişmeler, sağlık hizmetleri sektöründe özellikle rehabilitasyon hizmetleri alanında 3D (3 Boyutlu) baskının benimsenmesiyle önemli bir dönüşüm yaratmıştır. Bu teknoloji, üst ekstremite rehabilitasyonu için özelleştirilmiş, görsel olarak çekici, hafif ve çevre dostu ortezlerin tasarlanmasında önemli bir rol oynamaktadır. 3D tarama sistemleri, ortezlerin üretim sürecini doğru bir şekilde öngörerek, ortez modellerinin kayıtlarını tutmayı kolaylaştırır. Bu kayıtlı modeller, tekrarlı ve seri üretim süreçlerini daha verimli ve erişilebilir hale getirir. Ancak, yüksek maliyetler nedeniyle gelişmekte olan ülkelerde 3D yazıcıların kullanımı sınırlıdır. Ayrıca, kanıta dayalı uygulamaların eksikliği bulunmaktadır. Bu zorlukların üstesinden gelmek için, ortez üretimi için yazılım arayüzlerini geliştirme ve 3D baskılı ortezleri üst ekstremite rehabilitasyon modellerine entegre etme çabaları sürdürülmektedir. Farklı demografik gruplar arasında üst ekstremite ortez üretiminde 3D baskı için optimal parametreleri araştırmak üzere daha fazla araştırma gereklidir.

Anahtar Kelimeler

• Baskı
• rehabilitasyon
• üç boyutlu
• üst ekstremite
• yardımcı teknoloji

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