Date of Award
Summer 2004
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Biomedical Engineering
First Advisor
Harris, Gerald F.
Second Advisor
McGuire, John R.
Third Advisor
Wang, Mei
Abstract
Human motion analysis has largely been focused on the lower extremity. New interests have directed research to the area of upper extremity motion analysis. No standard movements exist for the upper extremity, such as a repeating gate pattern unique to lower extremity motion. Thus, upper extremity motion is very complex to measure. Current models lack patient specific parameters, calculations using Euler angles, validation, and application to a patient population. To quantify upper extremity motion, a complex three-dimensional kinematic model was developed. The model consists of the trunk, upper arms and forearms, connected by the shoulder and! elbow joints. Validation of the model was performed to assess its accuracy and resolution. To show its effectiveness, the model was applied to a population of eight stroke patients. A pre treatment comparison of affected to unaffected arms was completed. The Wilcoxon sign rank test was performed on the metrics of range of elbow motion, angular velocity, and peak time of angular velocity. A simplified index, which is clinically acceptable, such as range of elbow motion, is used to describe the patients' functionality. The 3D model is successful in quantifying kinematics of the upper extremity.
Recommended Citation
Hingtgen, Brooke A., "Biomechanical Analysis of Upper Extremity Kinematics Following Stroke: Model Design and Validation" (2004). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 4828.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/4828