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Innovating Hand Rehabilitation 🌟 Losing hand function can severely impact daily life, and unfortunately, 83% of patients in Germany do not regain their baseline function despite therapy. But how can we develop more effective, objective ways to track progress and improve rehabilitation outcomes? In his research internship, Friedrich Hippe worked on refining the prototype of the HFD 200, a hand strength measurement device designed to monitor the course of therapy for neurodegenerative diseases. The focus? Creating a tool that patients can use independently at home for both measurement and training, bridging the gap between clinical settings and daily life. The idea for the research internship came from the development team behind the HFD 200: Cornelius and Constanze Weber. Friedrich’s evaluation of the device involved 3D models and special questionnaires, tailored to assess the usability of everyday household equipment. This is an exciting step toward accessible, patient-centered rehabilitation and better therapeutic outcomes. Learn more about Friedrich’s research internship on our blog: https://lnkd.in/etvw_DzM #TechnischesDesignDresden #Design_TUDresden #IndustrialDesignEngineering #DesignEducation #DesignStudieren #InnovationInHealthcare #HandRehabilitation #NeurodegenerativeDiseases #MedTech #Therapy #Research #PatientCare #HealthTech #FutureOfMedicine #HealthcareInnovation #Design

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