Short Communication
Year: 2022 | Month: July | Volume: 12 | Issue: 7 | Pages: 319-324
DOI: https://doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20220745
Dynamic Elbow Brace for Post Operative Rehabilitations
Ramya Soundar Rajan1, Saroj Kanta Behura2
1.2Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics, Schieffelin Institute of Health Research & Leprosy Centre, M.G.R. University, Vellore, India.
Corresponding Author: Ramya Soundar Rajan
ABSTRACT
Background and aim: The author created a dynamic elbow brace for a 48-year-old lady who had suffered a brachial plexus injury following surgery. The device was developed with therapeutic rehabilitation in consideration while being cost-effective. This design was distinct because it made use of low-cost items that were easily sourced and maintained.
Technique: Device with mechanical parts such as DC motor, DPDT switch, pulleys, belts and MS bar were conceptualized and manufactured. The design work in the pulley system.
Discussion: This device allowed the individual to do therapeutic exercise which help in the motion rehabilitation after brachial plexus injury. To meet economical limits, low-cost and conveniently accessible materials were used.
Key words: dynamic elbow brace, brachial plexus injury, cost effective, therapeutic rehabilitation, post operative brace.