Four-panel photos of a black wrist-support glove with white finger loops and teal patches

Electrical Stimulation Glove for Arthritis Pain

​This study designed an e-textile glove for Rheumatoid Arthritis patients that delivers low-voltage electrical stimulation for pain relief while also providing joint immobilization and compression. Field research conducted with patients, physiotherapists and doctors at a university hospital informed the design, ensuring both functional and aesthetic needs were addressed. This research was funded by 1005-New Ideas and Products Funding Program Grant of The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK).

Goncu-Berk, G., & Topcuoglu, N. (2017). A healthcare wearable for chronic pain management. Design of a smart glove for rheumatoid arthritis. The Design Journal, 20(sup1), S1978-S1988.

Goncu- Berk, G., & Topçuoğlu, N. (2016, May). Design Parameters for a Therapeutic Rheumatoid Arthritis Glove. In 7th European Conference on Protective Clothing (P. 159).

 

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