Orthopedic gloves

Figure 14.6. Schematic diagram of manufacture of orthopedic gloves from natural rubber. [Adapted from Richard R E, Yoon H K, US Patent 5,649,326, 1997.]...

FIGURE 32.12 Otto Bock System Electrohand (Otto Bock Orthopedic Industry. Inc., Dud-erstadt, Gmnany). The hand consists of a mechanism over which a liner is placed. A cosmetic glove is then pulled over the liner. (Note Otto Bock does not provide silicone gloves.) Liner creases have been placed in the finger thumb web space in an effort to reduce its elastic resistance. Also shown is a pair of tweezers that are provided with each hand to make tip prehension possible. Prosthetic hands have very poor tip prehension without the aid of some sort of extra tool such as these tweezers. 

There is a high demand for seamless products in the medical sector in various applications such as bandages, orthopedic supports, medical compression stockings, gloves, and many more. With the incorporation of high-performance fibre combined with technical developments, it is possible to design these products with unique features which are comfortable in addition to their other desired features. Specialized aesthetics, feeling of wellness, additional functionality, and other desired properties have helped in quick recovery. The use of seamless products can lead to certain medical procedures delayed or even avoided. 

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