Happening @ Michigan https://events.umich.edu/list/rss RSS Feed for Happening @ Michigan Events at the University of Michigan. Ph.D. Defense: Susannah Engdahl (May 9, 2019 9:00am) https://events.umich.edu/event/63349 63349-15653091@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, May 9, 2019 9:00am
Location: Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool)
Organized By: Biomedical Engineering

Despite the significant functional limitations imposed by upper limb loss, little research has focused on quantifying the functional success and satisfaction of prosthesis users. Most existing evidence comes from surveys, rather than experimental outcomes. Without a quantitative baseline, it is difficult to know where to focus attention for improvement in future prosthesis designs or to demonstrate whether new designs offer advantages over existing technologies. Thus, the goal of this dissertation was to quantify how functional outcomes and satisfaction relate to the type of prosthesis used.

The first aim was to determine if prosthesis type affects embodiment, or the extent to which prosthesis users perceived their prosthesis to be part of their body. We quantified embodiment for body-powered (BP) and myoelectric (MYO) prosthesis users based on a survey and two objective measurements of body schema and peripersonal space. Although BP users reported a stronger sense of agency over their prostheses in comparison to MYO users, other measures did not consistently differentiate experiences of embodiment based on prosthesis type. However, measurements of body schema varied depending on the cause of limb loss.

The second aim was to determine if prosthesis type impacts movement quality during activities of daily living. As an initial step for this aim, we quantified the reliability of movement quality metrics (three measures of smoothness and one measure of straightness) in healthy adults performing a variety of different tasks. Based on these findings, we then compared movement quality in BP and MYO prosthesis users during a subset of tasks (moving a can from a low shelf to a high shelf, placing a pill in a pillbox, and placing a pushpin in a bulletin board) using the metrics that had the highest reliability. All movements were slower when performed with MYO prostheses, except for the reaching phase of the pill task. Object manipulation movements were consistently less smooth when performed with MYO prostheses. However, differences in curvature of the reaching movements between the prosthesis types varied across tasks.

The third aim was to determine if prosthesis type affects kinematic compensations during activities of daily living. We quantified lateral lean, axial rotation, and flexion of the trunk during the same three activities of daily living. The range of motion was greater in all directions for BP prostheses during each task—except axial rotation and flexion during the pin task, which were greater for MYO prostheses.

The fourth aim was to explore the factors associated with interest in noninvasive (myoelectric) and invasive (targeted muscle reinnervation, peripheral nerve interfaces, cortical interfaces) interfaces for prosthesis control. An online survey collected opinions from 232 individuals with upper limb loss on the interfaces. Relationships between interest in the interfaces and demographics, limb loss characteristics, and prosthesis use history were defined using bivariate analysis and logistic regression. There was increased interest in the invasive interfaces among individuals who were younger, had unilateral limb loss, or had acquired limb loss.

Taken together, these aims suggest that BP prostheses may promote embodiment and smooth movement, while MYO prostheses may minimize compensatory movement. Although emerging prosthesis technologies requiring surgical intervention may not be accepted by all individuals with upper limb loss, functional outcomes with these technologies should be compared to outcomes with existing BP and MYO prostheses to demonstrate the relative merits of each design.

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Presentation Wed, 24 Apr 2019 12:39:22 -0400 2019-05-09T09:00:00-04:00 2019-05-09T10:00:00-04:00 Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool) Biomedical Engineering Presentation Biomedical Engineering
Rec Sports Job Fair (September 1, 2019 1:15pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/65066 65066-16509328@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Sunday, September 1, 2019 1:15pm
Location: Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool)
Organized By: Department of Recreational Sports (Rec Sports)

Looking for a fun part-time job? Come to a Rec Sports Job Fair to learn about positions within the department and talk to current employees. No experience in sports or fitness necessary!

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Careers / Jobs Thu, 08 Aug 2019 15:47:02 -0400 2019-09-01T13:15:00-04:00 2019-09-01T13:45:00-04:00 Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool) Department of Recreational Sports (Rec Sports) Careers / Jobs Rec Sports Job Fair
Dance 2XS Auditions (September 8, 2019 7:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/65985 65985-16678388@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Sunday, September 8, 2019 7:30pm
Location: Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool)
Organized By: Dance 2XS Michigan

Come audition to be a part of one of Michigan's dopest dance crews!

Dance 2XS Michigan is a diverse group of young artists who take pride in our blend of unique styles and commitment to our dance family. We perform, travel, connect with, and learn from local and Midwest dancers!

Every dancer will learn then audition with choreography taught by our artistic directors, as well as have the opportunity to show off freestyle during the audition process.

No hip hop experience is necessary (All styles welcome)

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Auditions Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:13:48 -0400 2019-09-08T19:30:00-04:00 2019-09-08T22:00:00-04:00 Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool) Dance 2XS Michigan Auditions a group of dancers on stage looking forward with serious expressions. Text reads: Dance 2XS Auditions, @CCRB 7:30PM on 9/8/19
Rec Sports Job Fair (September 24, 2019 7:45pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/65066 65066-16509331@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Tuesday, September 24, 2019 7:45pm
Location: Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool)
Organized By: Department of Recreational Sports (Rec Sports)

Looking for a fun part-time job? Come to a Rec Sports Job Fair to learn about positions within the department and talk to current employees. No experience in sports or fitness necessary!

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Careers / Jobs Thu, 08 Aug 2019 15:47:02 -0400 2019-09-24T19:45:00-04:00 2019-09-24T20:15:00-04:00 Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool) Department of Recreational Sports (Rec Sports) Careers / Jobs Rec Sports Job Fair
Take Time Before You Sign (October 9, 2019 5:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/67878 67878-16960550@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Wednesday, October 9, 2019 5:00pm
Location: Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool)
Organized By: First Year Experience Programs

Know your housing options for next school year? If not, no worries! Whether you want to live on or off campus, in a residence hall, or if you want to join Fraternity and Sorority Life, we can provide helpful information with key details regarding your housing options!

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Other Tue, 01 Oct 2019 16:45:09 -0400 2019-10-09T17:00:00-04:00 2019-10-09T19:00:00-04:00 Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool) First Year Experience Programs Other TTBYS
360 Wellness Festival (January 23, 2020 3:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/71307 71307-17817066@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, January 23, 2020 3:00pm
Location: Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool)
Organized By: Department of Recreational Sports (Rec Sports)

January marks the beginning of a new year and new semester. This presents an ideal time to focus attention on personal well-being and self-care.

We'll have 30+ booths of Student Life units, campus resources, and a number of businesses from the Ann Arbor community. There'll be therapy dogs, activities, food, giveaways and really cool water bottles you can earn!

This event will also include free educational workshops:

3:00pm: M|Dining presents on meal planning and nutrition
4:00pm: University of Michigan Credit Union presents on financial wellness
5:00pm: Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) presents on positive psychology, resilience and self-compassion

Wolverine Wellness will be offering 30-minute wellness coaching sessions. Sign up here for a slot:uhs.umich.edu/wellness-coaching

This event is free for UM students! You won't want to miss this!

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Fair / Festival Tue, 21 Jan 2020 09:09:48 -0500 2020-01-23T15:00:00-05:00 2020-01-23T18:00:00-05:00 Central Campus Recreation Building (Bell Pool) Department of Recreational Sports (Rec Sports) Fair / Festival 360 Wellness Festival