3D Printed Hand Grasp Exoskeletal Aid

The challenge

Existing tenodesis splints are expensive and open source variants available online are often challenging to manufacture. A new open-source 3D printable tenodesis splint design could help solve this need gap.

Who it helps

Stroke patients experience deteriorated hand function and an inability to grasp objects post-stroke. C6 Quadriplegics have a lack of finger motion but full wrist control.

How it works

Our project serves to help both stroke patients and C6 quadriplegics be able to grasp objects by catering to their individual needs. For stroke patients, this project also serves to help rehabilitate finger control with repeated use.

Our Design is a dual-purpose modular Tenodesis splint and stroke rehabilitation device to help stroke patients and C6 quadriplegics train their hand grasp motion. The design is open source, 3D-printable and includes an optional motor attachment.

Tools needed

PC or MAC I7 +

Screwdriver set

FDM Printer

Soldering set

Laser Cutter

Project details

• Stage: Prototype
• Built by the New Jersey Institute of Technology community, Newark, New Jersey, United States of America
• Team: Stroke Patients and C6 Quadriplegics
• Category: Daily Living, Therapy
• 8 downloads

The build files for 3D Printed Hand Grasp Exoskeletal Aid are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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