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Dynamic sling to support UE post brachial plexus injury to return to active lifestyle - running

Project Overview

The goal of this project will be to modify an existing sling to assist in dynamic rehabilitation of a traumatic brachial plexus injury. The semester will focus on perfecting the sling for support while running while concentrating on the comfort and ergonomics of the sling.

Team Picture

Team members from left to right: Matthew Walker, Kate Binder, Kelly Hanneken, Marie Greuel
Team members from left to right: Matthew Walker, Kate Binder, Kelly Hanneken, Marie Greuel

Images

Front view of the sling including vest component, shoulder strap, arm sleeve, bands, belt loop holes, front zipper, forward facing adjustable arm straps, attachment point, and elastic band at bottom of torso portion. Tension distributed along neoprene (black) while athletic material (grey) is cooler and more comfortable.
Front view of the sling including vest component, shoulder strap, arm sleeve, bands, belt loop holes, front zipper, forward facing adjustable arm straps, attachment point, and elastic band at bottom of torso portion. Tension distributed along neoprene (black) while athletic material (grey) is cooler and more comfortable.
Side view of the sling includes shoulder strap, arm sleeve, bands, attachment points, belt loop holes, and forward facing adjustable arm bands.
Side view of the sling includes shoulder strap, arm sleeve, bands, attachment points, belt loop holes, and forward facing adjustable arm bands.
Back view of the sling including vest components, bands, belt loop holes, and elastic band at bottom of torso.
Back view of the sling including vest components, bands, belt loop holes, and elastic band at bottom of torso.

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Contact Information

Team Members

  • Kelly Hanneken - Team Leader
  • Kate Binder - Communicator
  • Matthew Walker - BSAC & BPAG
  • Marie Greuel - BWIG

Advisor and Client

  • Mitchell Tyler - Advisor
  • Mrs. Karen Blaschke - Client
  • Meg Overstake - Alternate Contact

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