Utveckling och optimering av elektrodförband för neuromuskulär elektrisk stimulering (NMES) med fokus på design och användarvänlighet
2025 (Swedish)Independent thesis Advanced level (professional degree), 20 credits / 30 HE credits
Student thesis
Abstract [en]
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) is used to enhance muscle activity and circulation, particularly in individuals with reduced mobility. To improve treatment adherence, solutions must be comfortable, easy to use, and technically reliable. This thesis project, conducted in collaboration with Matrix Muscle Support (MMS), aims to develop an improved electrode patch and fixation solution for NMES treatment of the calf muscles.The project includes needs analysis, concept development, CAD-based design, and testing of two patch prototypes, one with 16 electrodes and one with 9. The fixation system was developed with a focus on ergonomics and self-application. Both patches and the fixation solution were designed using flexible materials, robust connection to the control module, and optimized electrode placement.The results show that the developed concepts meet high standards for function, usability, and manufacturability. The work contributes concrete improvements in product design and provides a foundation for further development and clinical validation of the system.
Place, publisher, year, edition, pages
2025. , p. 29
Keywords [sv]
Teknik, Elektroteknik, elektronik, maskinteknik
National Category
Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Engineering Other Mechanical Engineering
Identifiers
URN: urn:nbn:se:ltu:diva-113765OAI: oai:DiVA.org:ltu-113765DiVA, id: diva2:1975922
External cooperation
Matrix Muscle Support
Subject / course
Student thesis, at least 30 credits
Educational program
Mechanical Engineering, master's level
Supervisors
Examiners
2025-06-242025-06-242025-10-21Bibliographically approved