College - Author 1
College of Engineering
Department - Author 1
Biomedical Engineering Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in Biomedical Engineering
College - Author 2
College of Engineering
Department - Author 2
Biomedical Engineering Department
Degree - Author 2
BS in Biomedical Engineering
College - Author 3
College of Engineering
Department - Author 3
Biomedical Engineering Department
Degree - Author 3
BS in Biomedical Engineering
Date
6-2024
Primary Advisor
Iian Black, College of Engineering, Biomedical Engineering Department
Abstract/Summary
This document outlines a project sponsored by Elizabeth Mentel and Michael Clausson that addresses the shortcomings in current splinting options, particularly for wrist fractures in elderly patients. Stakeholders include clinicians, patients, and emergency medical technicians. Multiple improvements can be made to current splinting options to help alleviate inflammation along with splint versatility, affordability, accessibility, and ease of use. After determining the critical customer requirements, the primary objective of this project was to find a way to manage inflammation. The project explores existing splinting solutions and proposes a new design that utilizes cooling rods to reduce inflammation. The document reviews various patented splint designs, highlighting their advantages and drawbacks. Existing splints often face issues with inflammation, long-term effectiveness, and improper usage. The goal of this project is to redesign a splint add-on targeting wrist fractures, prioritizing reducing inflammation with the help of cooling rods to improve patient outcomes in the long run.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/bmedsp/190