Title :
A high resolution vibrometry system for detecting carpal tunnel syndrome
Author_Institution :
Biomed. Eng. Center, New Hampshire Univ., Durham, NH
Abstract :
A high resolution vibrometer has been developed for use as a screening device in the early detection of Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs) such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). The system uses a microlinear stepping-driver to bring the stimulus to the finger pulp. A random population of 30 subjects were tested. Results are presented
Keywords :
biomedical equipment; mechanoception; neurophysiology; patient diagnosis; patient monitoring; 30 subjects; Cumulative Trauma Disorders; carpal tunnel syndrome detection; early detection; finger pulp; high resolution vibrometer; high resolution vibrometry system; median nerve; microlinear stepping-driver; random population; screening device; Assembly; Biomedical engineering; Biomedical measurements; Circuit testing; Fingers; Force measurement; Frequency; Microprocessors; Switches; Vibrometers;
Conference_Titel :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, 1995., IEEE 17th Annual Conference
Conference_Location :
Montreal, Que.
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-2475-7
DOI :
10.1109/IEMBS.1995.579867
