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Project #2 Shoulder and Arm Support/Sling Progress Report 8 – March 12 to March 19 Client: Karen Blaschke [email protected] (608)203-8060 / (608)203-5900 Advisor: Chris Brace [email protected] Team: Sarah Czaplewski (Leader) Megan Halley (BSAC) Nathan Retzlaff (Communicator) Kayla Stankevitz (BWIG) Problem Statement A sling or other method of support is needed for patients with injuries to the brachial plexus nerves that control the shoulder and arm muscles. Damage to these nerves can result in partial or total loss of motor function of the arm and subluxation of the humeral head from the shoulder socket. Current slings are non-ideal because they do not hold the arm in its natural position, hinder patient movement, and are uncomfortable to wear. The goal of this project is to design an effective and patient-friendly support mechanism. Last Week’s Goals - Prepare for our meeting with the orthotics supervisor - Continue to look for inexpensive materials - Finish all course mid-semester deliverables Summary of Accomplishments - Gained insights from UW Health Orthotics o Materials available through them (Dacron, thermoplastic, slip-resistant neoprene) o Prototype construction capabilities - Adjusted design based on UW Health Orthotics meeting - Contacted two companies about perforated neoprene (breathable) - Found supplies for sewing neoprene (online pattern, special glue, and heat sealable tape) - Found a supplier of perforated neoprene. One half sheet costs $ 42.80 + shipping This Week’s Goals - Continue to search for materials and research methods of fabrication - Begin to get volunteer certification to work in the orthotics lab - Order neoprene Activities Group - Advisor meeting 3/12 - UW Health Orthotics meeting 3/12- Trip to Jo-Ann Fabrics 3/12 - Team meeting 3/17 Kayla - Researched methods for sewing neoprene - Found a store that sells heat sealable tape and the special glue and will purchase them this weekend Megan - Continued to research material choices Nathan - Contacted the orthotics group to confirm what materials we will need and how much they will cost if purchased through them Sarah - Searched for materials and material suppliers - Contacted two neoprene suppliers about purchasing perforated neoprene Difficulties None at this time Project Schedule Task January February March April May 22 29 5 12 19 26 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 30 7 Research PDS Brainstorming Prototype Design Fabrication Testing Meeting with Client Presentations Written report / notebooks 10 5th Evaluations 5th Team Meeting Progress Report Expenses None at this


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