Innovation in Sensation: Tactile Glove Technology by https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05 The future of stroke recovery en-us 2021-09-18 11:36:33 UTC 2021-09-19 17:34:27 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f9e0.png Source Details lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750344185 Authors Pang Zhu, Ph.D., Xingyu Hou, Peng Lu, Liu Wang, Jun Huang, Ph. D., Ningning Bai, Zhigang Wu, Ph. D., and Chuan Fei Guo, Ph. D., are associated with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the Southern University of Science and Technology in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. Huifeng Du, Liu Wang, and Nicholas X. Fang, Ph. D., are associated with the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA. Liu Wang and Chuan Fei Guo, Ph. D., are also associated with the Centers for Mechanical Engineering Research and Education at MIT and SUSTech at the Southern University of Science and Technology in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. Zhigang Wu, Ph. D., is also associated with the State Key Laboratory of Digital Manufacturing Equipment and Technology at the Huazhong University of Science and Technology in Wuhan, China. Unfortunately, the credentials and titles for some of the authors were not listed in the article and were unable to be obtained through browsing their affiliations. ]]> 2021-09-18 12:27:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750344185 Publication Dates lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750344796 The journal article by Zhu et al., was published in 2021. ]]> 2021-09-18 12:27:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750344796 Summary lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750345448 As nurses, we use technologies such as ECG electrodes and pulse oximeters that are placed on the skin and transmit information into a usable format for us to interpret. These types of technologies are plugged in and given power through electricity. In the case of a new technology tested by Zhu et al. (2021), the use of the ions that are created by sweat glands establishes an electrical gradient to “power” technology directly on the skin. The novel innovation of the skin-electrode mechanosensing structure (SEMS), allows for high-pressure resolution and in turn, the ability to feel the sensation of touch and detect signals such as fingertip pulse, depending on the humidity of the skin (Zhu et al., 2021). This specific type of SEMS removes the need for a majority of the inorganic portions of mechanosensors and allows specific pressures and feedbacks to be stabilized through placement on fingertips (Zhu et al., 2021). As with other electrode technologies, the adhesive is an important part of the feedback mechanism and is directly affected by increased amounts of moisture. When a patient is severely diaphoretic and the ECG electrodes do not have a good connection, artifact is shown on the monitor. The same concept was studied in creating this new technology and the problem of increased sweat led to the development of the SEMS-based smart glove (Zhu et al., 2021). By having a glove instead of an adhesive, the sensors could be easily removed from the hand and would keep the skin dry, which decreased artifact. The glove has 65 SEMS sensors and when combined, was able to distinguish pressure distribution (Zhu et al., 2021). Because of this, the SEMS glove was also able to account for changes through touch and motion compared to the frequencies of pulse waves (Zhu et al., 2021). There are unlimited possibilities for this technology, but one of the most intriguing is the ability to help post-stroke patients.  ]]> 2021-09-18 12:28:34 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750345448 Sensing Glove lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750346782 2021-09-18 12:29:41 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750346782 Pros for Usage lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750347690 1. The glove eliminates the need for adhesive technology, so those who are allergic or sensitive to adhesives can utilize the product (Zhu et al., 2021).
2. The glove is removable, so there is a decreased risk of skin breakdown and irritation for the patient (Zhu et al., 2021). 
3. The glove allows for small and basic movements without impacts on the results of pressure readings such as artifact on the monitor (Zhu et al., 2021). 
4. The glove's usage is still expanding to those who have neuropathies and other neurological and sensory issues (Zhu et al., 2021). 
5. A recovering stroke patient with tactile deficits would again have the ability to fully sense tactile stimulation and could regain portions of sensory and motor function safely (Zhu et al., 2021). 
6. As this biocompatible technology is expanded, it may partner with those technologies for other vital signs and those of mechanical prostheses (Zhu et al., 2021). 
7. The SEMS technology allows for differences in low-frequency pressures, so this could be the basis for the integration of mechanical and organic compounds that are smaller and external rather than an internal item such as an arterial line for pressure readings (Zhu et al., 2021). ]]> 2021-09-18 12:30:34 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750347690 Cons to Usage lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750347838 1. In the time between the onset of sweating and the full evaporation of the sweat, the accuracy of the pressure readings is decreased and thus may not be helpful in certain patient populations trying to improve through rehabilitation services (Zhu et al., 2021). 
2. Since this technology is only beginning to come to light, the availability is in question. 
3. Although it was reported to be more affordable than alternatives, the estimated cost of production of the glove and market value was not mentioned in the study, so it still may not be widely available due to cost (Zhu et al., 2021).  
4. The glove was tested in high-intensity physical activity and was shown to pick up the motion of activity instead of the lower frequency pulses in this case (Zhu et al., 2021).]]> 2021-09-18 12:30:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750347838 Opinions and Thoughts lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750348487 The SEMS technology and integration into the sensing glove is an innovative and useful healthcare device. As a nurse with a history of caring for stroke patients, this device would promote improved outcomes through rehabilitation services and would allow independence in daily activities as patients were adjusting the their "new normal." Patients with other neurological disorders where sensory input is impacted would benefit from its usage by sensing through the glove. With boundaries in sensation being eliminated by the sensing glove and SEMS technology, patients would be able to live happier and healthier lives. Hopefully, this would also decrease the unresolved sequela of stroke patients with regards to sensation and function. After reviewing the evidence, the pros outweigh the cons and the differences that this technology will make are endless. I would be interested to see how this technology continues to advance and how the device is applied to patients of all types. ]]> 2021-09-18 12:31:27 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750348487 Using My Top 5 Strengths lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750350257 My top five strengths are Strategic, Achiever, Individualization, Focus, and Learner. My strategic strength will help the team by looking for patterns in the data and outcomes while taking a look at the risks and benefits of the device. My achiever and individualization strengths will help the team by being leading the way to obtain the most information possible while taking into account the findings, thoughts, and opinions of the other members of the team. My focus strength will allow me to prioritize the tasks at hand and help divide the needed tasks for the group. The learner strength will allow me to help the team by taking in all the information and evidence available and finding ways to apply this to the patients and have continuous improvement of patient outcomes. ]]> 2021-09-18 12:33:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750350257 References lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750461937 Chu, J. (2021). Sensing glove [Photograph]. MIT News. https://news.mit.edu/2021/glove-sensor-pressure-stimuli-0805

Zhu, P., Du, H., Hou, X., Lu, P., Wang, L., Huang, J., Bai, N., Wu, Z., Fang, N. X., & Guo, C. H. (2021). Skin-electrode iontronic interface for mechanosensing. Nature Communications. 12(1), https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-021-24946-4
]]> 2021-09-18 14:12:37 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1750461937 Teams lfarris3 https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1752000748 The following are the five members of my team and why they each were selected for this task:
1. Andrew was selected for his activator strength because this would increase the influence the group could have by engaging people's thoughts and feelings into decision-making to incorporate a holistic viewpoint.  
2. Cindy was selected for her connectedness strength because she would be able to offer the connections between the devices and outcomes to create a big picture idea. 
3. Faith was selected for her futuristic strength as this would help have a mindset of the overall outcomes that are based on the decision to add or not add the device to the treatment, maintenance, or recovery methods.  
4. Randall was selected for his strength of responsibility because he would remain loyal to the facility and patients, and would be honest in feedback when compiling results and data. 
5. William was selected for his strength of woo because this would enable comfort with the facility administration on the implementation of a new product, as well as increase the comfort and trust of the patients who are some of the first to use the product.    
With the combination of my strengths and those of the team that was assembled, we have a well-rounded view of the issues and how to make decisions. This would benefit the facility in making an educated choice. ]]> 2021-09-19 16:37:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lfarris3/qq1ukfvonre4if05/wish/1752000748