The advantages of 3D printed orthopedic devices over traditionally made devices are manifold including the using of 3D scanning that saves time and is devoid of the messy POP moulds taken from the limb.
Customised 3D Orthopedic devices range from devices used to stabilise Ligament injuries of the knee and ankles. Arthritis of the joints including finger joints. Face masks for protection when playing contact sports and having skull and facial injuries. Splints for carpal tunnel and other sprains.
Wrist splints and ankle foot orthotic devices being printed using carbon fibre , with a variable thickness. Carbon fibre allows us to shave off the weight from the orthotic device while preserving its strength and integrity ultimately resulting in an extremely light , strong and durable device.
Laser scanning a patients leg in a remote part of Tanzania and shipping a 3D printed splint.
Funded by the royal academy of engineering UK
Laser scanning the leg of a patient with peroneal nerve injury that causes foot drop. The leg of this patient was successfully scanned and an ankle foot orthotic device was custom 3D printed to aid his gait and posture while walking
For the first time in Tanzania, Roverlabs is 3D printing customised orthotic devices. These devices can be used for a variety of diseases such as fractures, contractures, arthritis, tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, foot drop, cerebral palsy, paralysis from stroke etc.
Compared to traditional POP (plaster of Paris) casts, these devices are
1.Lighter
2.Breathable
3.Completely waterproof
4.Adjustable