User perspectives on features of upper limb prostheses: A qualitative cross-case comparison
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https://doi.org/10.57922/mec.2497Abstract
Researchers and prosthesis developers aim to add or modify the functional features of upper limb prosthetic devices, such as increasing the number of available movements, developing intuitive control schemes, and providing sensory feedback. However, user experiences with these features across currently available prosthetic devices are not well understood, nor do we know what the needs and perspectives of users are regarding prosthesis features. In this study, we collected in depth interviews with sixteen prosthesis users who had experience with a wide range of prosthesis types, including body-powered, single degree of freedom myoelectric, multi-degree of freedom myoelectric, and sensory augmentation. We used a qualitative case series design to examine experiences with and perspectives on the prosthesis features of movements, controls, terminal devices, and sensation. Study findings help to elucidate the current needs and preferences of upper limb prosthesis users and provide directions for future technology development.
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2024-08-15
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M. Schmitt, A. Zanowick-Marr, D. Kelty, L. Resnik, and E. Graczyk, “User perspectives on features of upper limb prostheses: A qualitative cross-case comparison”, MEC Symposium, Aug. 2024.
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