3D Printing in Healthcare: Emerging Applications

Hurst, Emily

doi:10.1080/15323269.2016.1188042

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“…From the domain of medical librarianship is the paper by Hurst (2016), in which the usage of 3D printing for medical application is discussed. Following an introduction to the technology that is 3D printing and the associated software products, the author presents the Thingiverse platform as a possibility to acquire digital models.…”

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Thingiverse: review and analysis of available files

Baumann

Roller

2018

IJRAPIDM

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Thingiverse: review and analysis of available files

Baumann

Roller

2018

IJRAPIDM

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“…It has a high capability to capture 3D measurement without physical contact [ 14 , 15 ] and minimize the need for messy plaster of Paris casting. Digital libraries of files are created, manipulated, and personalized to fit a patient’s unique needs with greater precision and ease [ 16 , 17 ]. These files can be either outsourced for central fabrication via CADCAM technologies or printed using additive manufacturing systems.…”

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Leveraging Digital Technology to Overcome Barriers in the Prosthetic and Orthotic Industry: Evaluation of its Applicability and Use During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Binedell¹,

Wong²,

Blessing³

2020

JMIR Rehabil Assist Technol

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Background The prosthetic and orthotic industry typically provides an artisan “hands-on” approach to the assessment and fitting of orthopedic devices. Despite growing interest in digital technology for prosthetic and orthotic service provision, little is known of the quantum of use and the extent to which the current pandemic has accelerated the adoption. Objective This study’s aim is to assess the use of digital technology in prosthetics and orthotics, and whether its use can help overcome challenges posed by the current COVID-19 pandemic. Methods A web-based survey of working prosthetists, orthotists, and lower limb patients was conducted between June and July 2020 and divided into three sections: lower limb amputees, prosthetist and orthotist (P&O) currently using digital technologies in their practice, and P&O not using any digital technology. Input was sought from industry and academia experts for the development of the survey. Descriptive analyses were performed for both qualitative (open-ended questions) and quantitative data. Results In total, 113 individuals responded to the web-based survey. There were 83 surveys included in the analysis (patients: n=13, 15%; prosthetists and orthotists: n=70, 85%). There were 30 surveys excluded because less than 10% of the questions were answered. Out of 70 P&Os, 31 (44%) used digital technologies. Three dimensional scanning and digital imaging were the leading technologies being used (27/31, 88%), primarily for footwear (18/31, 58%), ankle-foot orthoses, and transtibial and transfemoral sockets (14/31, 45%). Digital technology enables safer care during COVID-19 with 24 out of 31 (77%) respondents stating it improves patient outcomes. Singapore was significantly less certain that the industry's future is digital (P=.04). The use of virtual care was reported by the P&O to be beneficial for consultations, education, patient monitoring, or triaging purposes. However, the technology could not overcome inherent barriers such as the lack of details normally obtained during a physical assessment. Conclusions Digital technology is transforming health care. The current pandemic highlights its usefulness in providing safer care, but digital technology must be implemented thoughtfully and designed to address issues that are barriers to current adoption. Technology advancements using virtual platforms, digitalization methods, and improved connectivity will continue to change the future of health care delivery. The prosthetic and orthotic industry should keep an open mind and move toward creating the required infrastructure to support this digital transformation, even if the world returns to pre–COVID-19 days.

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“…The application of 3-D printers in the developing world has enabled the manufacturing of necessities in the field following humanitarian crises by groups such as Field Ready 24,25 . In addition, these low-cost open-source 3-D printers have been shown to be useful for fabricating both scientific and medical equipment [26][27][28][29][30][31][32] . It is thus possible that this method of distributed manufacturing could be useful for producing low cost FAO for clubfoot patients.…”

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Open-Source Three-Dimensional Printable Infant Clubfoot Brace

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Background Open-source, self-replicating rapid prototypers (RepRaps) have radically reduced the costs of 3-D printing while expanding its access. 3-D printing's model of distributed manufacturing can produce medical technologies at significantly reduced costs. We investigate this potential by evaluating the viability of an open-source 3-D printable infant clubfoot brace. Methods Starting with a list of key features present in currently available clubfoot braces, a 3-D printed clubfoot brace was developed in free and open-source CAD software (FreeCAD) to enable future customization. Poly-lactic acid (PLA), a biodegradable and recyclable bioplastic was selected among the various commercial 3-D printable materials based on strength and cost. Results The results show that the open-source clubfoot brace matches or surpasses the physical features and mechanical degrees of freedom of all commercial-and non-profit-developed brace designs while substantially reducing the costs of the braces to hospitals and families. Conclusions The 3-D printed brace has the features of commercially available braces while significantly reducing the cost, making this clubfoot brace particularly appropriate for use in developing countries. In addition, the results indicated that this model of distributed manufacturing of medical technology is technically and economically appropriate through much of the Global South.

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3D Printing in Healthcare: Emerging Applications

Cited by 41 publications

References 11 publications

Thingiverse: review and analysis of available files

Thingiverse: review and analysis of available files

Leveraging Digital Technology to Overcome Barriers in the Prosthetic and Orthotic Industry: Evaluation of its Applicability and Use During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Open-Source Three-Dimensional Printable Infant Clubfoot Brace

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