Date of Award
Spring 1993
Document Type
Thesis - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Biomedical Engineering
First Advisor
Harris, Gerald
Second Advisor
Jeutter, Dean
Third Advisor
Wertsch, Jacqueline
Abstract
Shear force under the foot can be an important factor in tissue breakdown and pressure ulcer formation. Clinical studies have only analyzed measurements of pressure sores produced by normal (vertical) forces due to the unavailability of a reliable miniature shear sensing transducer. A micro-sized shear sensor would have numerous applications for insole foot shear measurement, buttocks shear force quantification, orthotic and prosthetic fitting, and shear determination in upper extremity manipulation of objects during daily living activities.
Recommended Citation
Lebar, Ann Marie, "Development of a Miniature Plantar Shear Sensing Transducer" (1993). Master's Theses (1922-2009) Access restricted to Marquette Campus. 4968.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/theses/4968