Create a grip strength device focusing on increase of dorsiflexion of hand

Project Overview

Design a device to improve grip strength of the right hand of a client who suffered a traumatic brain injury and is hemiplegic on their right side focusing on safety, usability in a therapy setting, and comfort of the client.

Team Picture

Files

• Final Notebook (December 12, 2025)
• Final Report (December 10, 2025)
• Final Poster Presentation (December 4, 2025)
• PDS (December 4, 2025)
• Preliminary Presentation (December 10, 2025)
• Preliminary Report (October 8, 2025)

Contact Information

Team Members

• David Diancin - Team Leader
• Sydney Smith - Communicator
• Gabriel Klenner - BSAC
• Lucy Mcardle - BWIG
• Lauren Hain - BPAG

Advisor and Client

• Prof. Randy Bartels - Advisor
• Dr. Kecia Doyle - Client

Related Projects

• Fall 2025: UW Adapted Fitness: Grip strength improvement mechanism
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