Virtual reality supported design and manufacturing suitable for use in hand and wrist function disorders

Abstract

Physical therapy and rehabilitation therapies are long-term results that require patience and stability. Therapies; depending on the region and degree of disorders can sometimes be painful and difficult. The design to be proposed with this study; it is designed to help patients who need physical therapy for hand and ankle discomforts more easily and in a fun way, which can be painful and boring. With the designed product, it is aimed to enable the patients to make the necessary movements in their homes. This design is intended to be made of lightweight material that can be worn on the hand and which does not interfere with movement. In addition to that, this design is planned to be used in conjunction with virtual reality environment including fine motor movements such as unlocking, holding small parts, needle threading and limited solutions in the literature and market. Supported by games developed on the base of Unity, physical therapy is expected to motivate patients, and patients are expected to adhere to treatment programs and to achieve more efficient results.