2019 Fiscal Year Research-status Report

Investigation of hand tool and upper limb muscles activity on median nerve compression at the wrist

Research Project

Project/Area Number	18K17969
Research Institution	Kyushu University
Principal Investigator	LOH PING・YEAP 九州大学, 芸術工学研究院, 助教 (60814952)
Project Period (FY)	2018-04-01 – 2021-03-31
Keywords	ergonomics / pinch / grip
Outline of Annual Research Achievements	As described in proposal, the main aim is to elucidate the mechanism and biomechanical factors of grip and pinch. Custom made pinch grip gauge and dynamometer were used to measure the pinch and grip. The pinch gauge and dynamometer are width-adjustable. Experiment 1 is conducted and completed. First stage of data analysis is completed and manuscript is written according to the obtained data. Experiment 2 is undergoing to investigate the force impact on hand during hand tool manipulation.
Current Status of Research Progress	Current Status of Research Progress 3: Progress in research has been slightly delayed. Reason A new custom-made force measurement equipment is prepared for Experiment 2. The project is facing difficult in analog data synchronization with designated movements. Therefore, several feasibility studies were conducted prior to Experiment 2.
Strategy for Future Research Activity	1. To submit manuscript based on Experiment 1. 2. To complete Experiment 2.
Causes of Carryover	1. Experiment usage 2. Manuscript proofreading

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