Influence of hand movement on skin deformation: a therapeutic glove design perspective

• Main Authors: Nasir, Siti Hana, Troynikov, Olga
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier 2017
• Subjects: TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery; TJ181-210 Mechanical movements
• Online Access: http://eprints.uthm.edu.my/5174/1/AJ%202017%20%28305%29%20In%EF%AC%82uence%20of%20hand%20movement%20on%20skin%20deformation.pdf; http://eprints.uthm.edu.my/5174/; http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2016.11.006

The fit of a therapeutic glove directly influences the hand function of the wearer as well as wear comfort. Static and dynamic hand dimensions and characteristics must be considered when designing a glove, as significant changes in hand shape, size, and skin surface morphology result from hand movement...