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Functional grasp and release brace

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Project Overview

This brace will allow anyone, but specifically children to easily close their hand (grasp) and release. This will need to be lightweight, comfortable, easy to don/doff and will easily allow the wearer to grasp and release.
What is envisioned is a moldable brace not unlike ones used for fractures with a glove at the end with something like the boa lacing system that will cause a grasp. When the cords are released it would allow the hand to relax and open. The easier to tighten and loosen the better. If the person's hand is always in a fisted position then the lacing system could be used to extend the hand to open and when released the hand would then close. If need be both could be applied to the same brace.

Team Picture

Team members from left to right: Callie Poehler, Freddy Barrionuevo, Alex Yueh, Eric Zeman, Kristen Driscoll
Team members from left to right: Callie Poehler, Freddy Barrionuevo, Alex Yueh, Eric Zeman, Kristen Driscoll

Contact Information

Team Members

  • Alexander Yueh - Team Leader
  • Frederico Barrionuevo - Communicator
  • Eric Zeman - BSAC
  • Kristen Driscoll - BWIG
  • Micaella Poehler - BPAG

Advisor and Client

  • Dr. Tom Yen - Advisor
  • Mr. Michael Hoeper - Client
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