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Evaluation Of Transfer Technologies To Preserve Shoulder Function In Sci, Karen Michelle Mann
Evaluation Of Transfer Technologies To Preserve Shoulder Function In Sci, Karen Michelle Mann
USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations
This study investigated a series of independent unassisted and device-assisted transfers from a wheelchair to vehicle mock-up and vice versa while simultaneously capturing kinematic, kinetic and electromyographic (EMG) data of impaired volunteers. The study provides a venue for observation and evaluation of upper extremity (UE) joint stresses, muscular force and functional demands associated with transfers in persons with spinal cord injury (SCI) to ultimately prevent UE injury, minimize excessive stress, preserve functionality and limit pain. If people with SCI lose function of their UEs, due to pain and/or degeneration, they must then rely on others for everyday tasks.
Five paraplegic …