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Description
Background:
The development of upper limb exoskeletons has had rapid growth. These devices provide benefits to the shoulders and elbows, but it is unclear what support is being provided to the wrists and hands. Hand function is crucial for activities of daily living, and assistive devices can provide strength and prehension for users.
Aim:
This study aimed to analyze the existing literature of hand and wrist exoskeletons/assistive devices to provide recommendations for future integration into everyday use.
Data collection:
Five databases were used to compile current literature from inception to May 2023. The scoping review followed a modified PRISMA-ScR guideline and search terms were defined using the PICO framework. Of 5,588 records identified, 135 studies met the inclusions criteria. Data screening was conducted by two researchers for validation and had an agreement level (accuracy) of 87%.
Data charting was completed on Microsoft Excel Version 2308.
Dataset structure and Variables:
Components extracted were Title, Author, Year, Country of study, Study type, Method, Sum of Participants, Age range, Target population, Device name, Weight of device (g), Degree of Freedom (DoF), Mechanical Transmission, Target Joint, User Intent and Outcome Measures.
Restrictions:
All data within the dataset is secondary/second-party data and therefore open access. No restrictions or 3rd party data is within the dataset.
The development of upper limb exoskeletons has had rapid growth. These devices provide benefits to the shoulders and elbows, but it is unclear what support is being provided to the wrists and hands. Hand function is crucial for activities of daily living, and assistive devices can provide strength and prehension for users.
Aim:
This study aimed to analyze the existing literature of hand and wrist exoskeletons/assistive devices to provide recommendations for future integration into everyday use.
Data collection:
Five databases were used to compile current literature from inception to May 2023. The scoping review followed a modified PRISMA-ScR guideline and search terms were defined using the PICO framework. Of 5,588 records identified, 135 studies met the inclusions criteria. Data screening was conducted by two researchers for validation and had an agreement level (accuracy) of 87%.
Data charting was completed on Microsoft Excel Version 2308.
Dataset structure and Variables:
Components extracted were Title, Author, Year, Country of study, Study type, Method, Sum of Participants, Age range, Target population, Device name, Weight of device (g), Degree of Freedom (DoF), Mechanical Transmission, Target Joint, User Intent and Outcome Measures.
Restrictions:
All data within the dataset is secondary/second-party data and therefore open access. No restrictions or 3rd party data is within the dataset.
| Date made available | 14 Sept 2023 |
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| Publisher | University of Strathclyde |
| Date of data production | May 2023 |
Projects
- 1 Finished
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ASSISTIVE DEVICES FOR HANDS AND WRISTS: A SCOPING REVIEW
22/05/23 → 23/10/23
Project: Internally funded project