Arm-Casting Stand With Adjustable Armature
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current medical procedures require manual support for patients' arms, which can be cumbersome and uncomfortable, especially during procedures like cast application or removal.
Innovation Solution
An arm-casting stand comprising a base, an elbow cushion, a horizontal armature, and a vertical armature that supports and positions the arm, allowing for repositioning without manual intervention, enhancing patient comfort and reducing staff workload.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual support is used for patient's arm during medical procedures, then staff can provide immediate support, but it increases staff workload and reduces patient comfort
Solution Approach 1:
The arm-casting stand is designed to automatically support and position the patient's arm without requiring manual intervention from staff members. The device self-adjusts to maintain proper arm positioning throughout the medical procedure, eliminating the need for continuous manual support while enhancing patient comfort.
Solution Approach 2:
The arm-casting stand acts as an intermediary device between the patient and the medical staff. It provides mechanical support for the arm, allowing staff to focus on the medical procedure while the stand handles the support function, thereby reducing workload and improving overall operational efficiency.
2Adaptability or versatility
If fixed arm positioning is used, then simple device structure is maintained, but it reduces adaptability to different patient needs and procedures
Solution Approach 1:
The arm-casting stand incorporates adjustable components that allow dynamic repositioning of the arm support to accommodate different patient anatomies and procedural requirements. The device transitions from a static structure to a dynamic one where positioning can be modified during use, enhancing adaptability without significantly increasing overall device complexity.
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AI summary
The arm-casting stand may comprise a base, an elbow cushion, a horizontal armature, an arm support, and a vertical armature. The arm-casting stand may be adapted to support and position an arm of a patient while a medical procedure is performed. The arm-casting stand may eliminate the need for a staff member to manually support the arm and may enhance the comfort of the patient. The base may be placed upon a work surface adjacent to the patient. The elbow cushion may be adapted for resting a portion of the arm upon. The elbow cushion may be held at a specific position relative to the base by the horizontal armature. The arm support may be adapted for elevating a portion of the arm. The arm support may be held at a specific position relative to the base by the vertical armature.