# Bespoke Bodily Devices This Orthosis is Designed For Paresis' Patients Rehabilitation By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-03-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orthosis References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/3d-printed-orthosis/42170/) & [blog.zmorph3d](http://blog.zmorph3d.com/3d-printed-rehabilitation-orthosis/) A group of scientists and engineers led by Wroclaw University of Technology's Eliza Wrobel have come up with an innovative [hand-worn orthosis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleev-1) that is designed to make [rehabilitation quicker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamified-rehabilitation-system), easier and more efficient for patients suffering from mild paresis, a disease that results in impaired movements. This [3D-printed wearable device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pum-soft-exoskeleton) is designed to be exceptionally light and comfortable. Not only does this make things more palatable for the patient on a day to day basis as they go about their rehabilitation program, but it also ensures that the patient's hand is not damaged in any way. Ultimately, this orthosis is unique in that it can be worn by patients even as they go about their physical activities, something that ensures better rehabilitation and long-term outcomes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Lightweight Wearable Orthoses:** There is a trend towards the development of lightweight and comfortable wearable orthoses for patients with movement impairments. - **3d-printed Rehabilitation Devices:** The use of 3D printing technology to create orthoses is a growing trend in the rehabilitation industry. - **Wearable Technology for Medical Rehabilitation:** The development of wearable technology for medical rehabilitation is a trend that is expected to revolutionize the healthcare industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Medical Devices:** The medical device industry has an opportunity to develop more innovative and comfortable orthotic devices for rehabilitation applications. - **3D Printing:** The 3D printing industry can tap into the growing demand for customized orthotic devices used in medical rehabilitation. - **Healthcare Technology:** The healthcare technology industry has a role to play in the development of innovative and wearable technology for medical rehabilitation applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Innovative Rehabilitation Sensor Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rehabilitation-sensor-system.md) - [App-Customized Arm Braces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appcustomized-arm-braces-the-brace-elbow-brace-by-nils-sorger-is-3d-printed.md) - [Playful Physiotherapy Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrist-rehabilitation-device.md) - [Wearable Robotic Medical Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/als-medical-technology.md) - [Arm-Rehabilitating Robotic Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arms-rehabilitating-robotic-wearable.md) - [Accessible Mobility Rehabilitations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobility-rehabilitation.md) - [Canine Rehab Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-power-assistive.md) - [At-Home Rehab Robotics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reemo-home-robotic-arm.md) - [Robotic Hand Assistance Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bioservo-carbonhand.md)