Virtual system for training and evaluation of candidates to use a myoelectric prosthesis

Barraza Madrigal Jose Antonio, Muñoz Guerrero Roberto

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Abstract

The present paper, explains the evaluation system used in candidates to use a myoelectric prosthesis control, for upper limb amputation above the elbow joint. Which bases its operation on strength levels as a result to voluntary isometric contractions, generated by both biceps and triceps muscles. This system is classified into 2 methods of evaluation; online and evaluation by processing data. Both use statistical methods to determine variations in the responses obtained during the training process trough a virtual environment with the aim of establishing whether there is progress compared to the training time. Also determine whether the user is able to generate voluntary isometric contractions, for the control of a myoelectric prosthesis.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationPan American Health Care Exchanges, PAHCE 2011 - Conference, Workshops, and Exhibits. Cooperation / Linkages
Subtitle of host publicationAn Independent Forum for Patient Care and Technology Support
Pages225-230
Number of pages6
DOIs
StatePublished - 2011
Externally publishedYes
EventPan American Health Care Exchanges, PAHCE 2011 - Conference, Workshops, and Exhibits. Cooperation / Linkages: An Independent Forum for Patient Care and Technology Support - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration: 28 Mar 20111 Apr 2011

Publication series

NamePan American Health Care Exchanges, PAHCE 2011 - Conference, Workshops, and Exhibits. Cooperation / Linkages: An Independent Forum for Patient Care and Technology Support

Conference

ConferencePan American Health Care Exchanges, PAHCE 2011 - Conference, Workshops, and Exhibits. Cooperation / Linkages: An Independent Forum for Patient Care and Technology Support
Country/TerritoryBrazil
CityRio de Janeiro
Period28/03/111/04/11

Keywords

  • Prosthesis
  • myoelectric control
  • virtual environment

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