Advances in orthotic and prosthetic manufacturing: a technology review

J Barrios-Muriel, F Romero-Sánchez… - Materials, 2020 - mdpi.com
In this work, the recent advances for rapid prototyping in the orthoprosthetic industry are
presented. Specifically, the manufacturing process of orthoprosthetic aids are analysed, as …

[HTML][HTML] 3D printing technology applied to orthosis manufacturing: narrative review

YJ Choo, M Boudier-Revéret… - Annals of palliative …, 2020 - apm.amegroups.org
Recently, three-dimensional (3D) printing technology has gradually been applied to the field
of orthoses. This narrative review aimed to investigate the effect of 3D printed orthoses …

[HTML][HTML] Adopting additive manufacturing as a cleaner fabrication framework for topologically optimized orthotic devices: Implications over sustainable rehabilitation

A Kumar, D Chhabra - Cleaner Engineering and Technology, 2022 - Elsevier
The theme of additive manufacturing technology (AMT) is trending among all production
sectors, whether it is a mass-production industry or concerned with customized parts …

3D printed personalized assistive devices: A material, technique, and medical condition perspective

S Vennam, KN Vijayasankar, F Pati - Applied Materials Today, 2024 - Elsevier
The increasing adoption of 3D printing technology in medical device development stems
from its ability to fabricate complex geometries with minimal tooling and its potential to …

[HTML][HTML] Role of the orthopaedic surgeon in 3D printing: current applications and legal issues for a personalized medicine

P Andrés-Cano, JA Calvo-Haro, F Fillat-Gomà… - Revista Española de …, 2021 - Elsevier
Abstract 3D printing (I3D) is an additive manufacturing technology with a growing interest in
medicine and especially in the specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology. There …

Effect of 3D printed insoles for people with flatfeet: A systematic review

A Daryabor, T Kobayashi, H Saeedi, SM Lyons… - Assistive …, 2023 - Taylor & Francis
This systematic review aimed to evaluate custom-made 3D printed insoles for people with
flatfeet. PubMed, Embase, ISI web of knowledge, ProQuest, Scopus, and Cochrane …

[HTML][HTML] The biomechanical effects of 3D printed and traditionally made foot orthoses in individuals with unilateral plantar fasciopathy and flat feet

M Ho, J Nguyen, L Heales, R Stanton, PW Kong… - Gait & Posture, 2022 - Elsevier
Abstract Background Foot orthoses (FOs) are used to manage foot pathologies such as
plantar fasciopathy. 3D printed custom-made FOs are increasingly being manufactured …

Foot orthosis and sensorized house slipper by 3D printing

L Brognara, M Fantini, K Morellato, G Graziani… - Materials, 2022 - mdpi.com
Background: In clinical practice, specific customization is needed to address foot pathology,
which must be disease and patient-specific. To date, the traditional methods for …

The Upper Limb Orthosis in the Rehabilitation of Stroke Patients: The Role of 3D Printing

A Demeco, R Foresti, A Frizziero, N Daracchi, F Renzi… - Bioengineering, 2023 - mdpi.com
Stroke represents the third cause of long-term disability in the world. About 80% of stroke
patients have an impairment of bio-motor functions and over half fail to regain arm …

A Review on 3D Scanners Studies for Producing Customized Orthoses

R Silva, B Silva, C Fernandes, P Morouço, N Alves… - Sensors, 2024 - mdpi.com
When a limb suffers a fracture, rupture, or dislocation, it is traditionally immobilized with
plaster. This may induce discomfort in the patient, as well as excessive itching and sweating …