Project Description

3D-Printed CIMT Constraint Orthosis

The VAR Lab is developing a custom 3D-printed constraint orthosis in collaboration with Fulbright Scholar Bibiana Mayer Steckel to support research related to Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT).

This project explores how 3D scanning, digital modeling, and 3D printing can be used to create a more customized and child-friendly alternative to traditional constraint devices. The prototype is designed to support future therapeutic research for children with upper-limb motor impairments, with a focus on comfort, adjustability, breathability, and personalized design.

By combining rehabilitation research, digital fabrication, and immersive lab technologies, this project reflects the VAR Lab’s work in developing practical tools that may support future therapy, accessibility, and clinical innovation.