A Study of the External Finger Fixator to Correct Flexion Deformity

Rahman, Herman Shah Abd; Osman, Noor Azuan Abu; Yahud, S.; Yahya, T.S. Tunku; Seng, Ng Eng

doi:10.1016/s0021-9290(07)70179-3

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“…Finite element analysis was used to investigate the strength and stress distribution to the new external finger fixator after subjected to a maximum load. The analysis was made to each part and the results shows that each component can withstand the maximum finger joint force comparably with the previous testing on cadaver specimen [18]. This research was actually look into the potential in each individual component.…”

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confidence: 69%

Validation of Finite Element Analysis for a New External Finger Fixator to Correct Flexion Deformity — A Preliminary Result

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-The purpose of this study is to validate of a new external finger fixator components by using finite element analysis (FEA). The new external finger fixator consists of proximal, middle and distal phalanges support sections and means for rigidly connecting each support to a hinge and its corresponding attached to phalanx through the movements of flexion or extension. The results from the analysis found that the entire components of the fixator conform to the performance based on the requirements for general duty (500 N load applied on uniformly distributed load). This analysis shows that the new external fixator is able to restore full function and dynamic range of motion for patients with flexion deformity at the finger joints without failure.

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Section: Loading and Materials Propertiesmentioning

confidence: 69%