3D printed orthopaedic casts with improved thermal comfort
Posted by David on 1st Nov 2017
It wouldn’t be overstating the case to say that orthopaedics is a field that has been completely revolutionized by the implementation of 3D technology. The use of 3D scanning to produce an incredibly accurate virtual image of a patient’s body which is then transformed into a highly personalized 3D printed orthopaedic device is making medical professionals’ work much easier and more efficient, as well as contributing significantly to patients’ wellbeing. The latest breakthrough in this field is the development of casts with improved skin comfort, and it has been carried out by a team of researchers from TU Delft and Boston University.
Source: https://www.3ders.org/articles/20171101-researchers-develop-3d-printed-orthopaedic-casts-with-improved-thermal-comfort.html