Presentation
MDD1 - 3D Hand Anthropometry and Analysis for the Design of Noninvasive Hand Monitoring Devices
SessionPoster Session 2
DescriptionMedical devices for monitoring blood are typically invasive and can have long-term consequences for patients. The frequent use of traditional monitoring devices such as glucometers, which require finger pricking, can lead to calluses, pain, loss of sensitivity, and potential infections, among other negative effects. To address these issues, researchers are exploring less invasive measurement technologies. The design of effective new hand monitoring devices that fit the population of users often require anthropometry that goes beyond basic hand and finger measurements, such as circumferences commonly found in the literature. To provide accurate monitoring for users, good finger-device placement is required. Therefore, the development of these technologies require more specific hand dimensions, including the width and depth of the different phalanxes, the surfaces and shapes of the fingers, and their variation in different positions.
This study analyzed 3D scans of the hands of 10 participants in three different positions to establish design parameters for a handheld device capable of noninvasive blood glucose measurement. A comparative analysis was conducted of the measurements from these participants against a broader database of 350 individuals. This comparison allowed critical design parameters to be established, including the device's depth, the necessary opening perimeter to comfortably accommodate digits one, two, and three, and the overall height for optimal wrist positioning. Another critical aspect addressed, which is typically missing from existing databases, is the measurement from the finger root to the finger pulp, a vital factor for the proper functioning of the device. This information is crucial for ensuring the device functions effectively, indicating a significant advancement in understanding finger anthropometry relevant to wearable technology and medical devices.
Usability tests were also conducted to gather participants' feedback on the different prototypes. The results were compared with anthropometric measurements to determine the most suitable hand position, ensuring both the device's technical functionalities and user comfort were achieved.
This study analyzed 3D scans of the hands of 10 participants in three different positions to establish design parameters for a handheld device capable of noninvasive blood glucose measurement. A comparative analysis was conducted of the measurements from these participants against a broader database of 350 individuals. This comparison allowed critical design parameters to be established, including the device's depth, the necessary opening perimeter to comfortably accommodate digits one, two, and three, and the overall height for optimal wrist positioning. Another critical aspect addressed, which is typically missing from existing databases, is the measurement from the finger root to the finger pulp, a vital factor for the proper functioning of the device. This information is crucial for ensuring the device functions effectively, indicating a significant advancement in understanding finger anthropometry relevant to wearable technology and medical devices.
Usability tests were also conducted to gather participants' feedback on the different prototypes. The results were compared with anthropometric measurements to determine the most suitable hand position, ensuring both the device's technical functionalities and user comfort were achieved.
Event Type
Poster Presentation
TimeTuesday, April 14:45pm - 6:15pm EDT
LocationFrontenac Foyer