• The Journal of the Acoustical Society of Korea
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• v.32 no.5
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• pp.423-429
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• 2013

The present study aimed to find the most sensitive placement of the skull to perceive speech through the bone vibrator in various protection methods while being exposed to noise. Twenty young normal-hearing adults (10 male and 10 female) participated in the study. As stimulus, Korean spondee words were presented via one of five skull locations (i.e., jaw angle, condyle, temple, mastoid, and vertex), while the participants wore one of four protection methods (i.e., ear form, ear plug, ear muff, and ear form and muff together) against white noise in one of four noise directions (i.e., 0, 90, 180, 270 degrees). The results showed: 1) there was a significant difference among the five skull locations with condyle being the most sensitive placement; 2) there was a significant difference among the four protection methods, with the ear form plus ear muff condition (or dual protection) providing the lowest threshold; 3) when exposed to noise from 90 degrees, the significantly lowest threshold was found; 4) there was no significant difference in results by gender. The pattern of results suggests that the communicative condition via the condyle bone conduction and the dual protection of the air conduction under any noise direction might be ideal for preventing noise-induced hearing loss, although further studies should be undertaken in this area.

• Journal of Fashion Business
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• v.27 no.5
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• pp.1-12
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• 2023

The purpose of this study was to investigate impact of wearing low-level current wrist guards on pain scale, range of motion (ROM), and muscle strength in elderly women with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). Subjects were 12 elderly women aged between 65 and 85 years who were diagnosed with CTS symptoms. Measurements included grip strength and wrist ROM. Wrist ROM was assessed through flexion and dorsiflexion. Wrist guards were worn. After two weeks, pain level was assessed using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Results showed a significant reduction in VAS score in the MES group after stimulation, whereas there was no difference in the control group. However, there was no significant difference in ROM between the MES group and the control group. Grip strength increased in the MES group after two weeks (p ≤ 0.001). In conclusion, clinical trials suggest that MES wrist guards might be provided as an adjunctive treatment method for CTS patients. This study provides foundational data for the design and use of auxiliary devices such as gloves in the field of MES research for pain reduction, ROM improvement, and muscle strength enhancement resulting from CTS.

• Journal of the Korean Arthroscopy Society
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• v.6 no.1
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• pp.7-13
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• 2002

Purpose : Preliminary report of the technique and trial of double bundle PCL reconstruction using Achilles allograft. Materials and Methods : From May 1999 to July 2000, 8 cases of PCL insufficient patients were treated with Achilles allograft reconstruction using the double bundle and double femoral tunnel technique. The tibial tunnel was prepared anteromedially. All other combined injuries within the knees were treated accordingly. Minimal follow-up period was 1 year. The results was assessed from the point of function and stability using Lysholm knee score and KT-2000 arthrometer. Results : Up to present follow up. 8 patients showed good sign of recovery with no instability (translation less than 2 mm) except olio that has been grafted-ligament rupture. In addition, none showed any sign of infection nor ROM limitation. Two complications were seen, which one had grafted-bone fracture and the other grafted-ligament rupture. The former occurred during operation and the latter occurred due to improper protection. Conclusion : Presently the follow up period is too short to draw any conclusive opinion but it is essential to select healthy and well sterilized allografts fur successful outcome. Double femoral tunnel technique seems to be more physiologic in PCL reconstruction. With these prerequisites, it seems to be a good alternative to use Achilles allografts fur the reconstruction of PCL. However, a longer follow-up is needed.

• The Journal of Korean Academy of Prosthodontics
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• v.46 no.4
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• pp.325-334
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• 2008

Statement of problem & Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of a mouth guard material properties on the skull and brain when they were under impact loads on mandible. Material and methods: Two customized mouth protectors having different material propeerst ieach other were made for a female Korean who had no history of brain trauma, no cerebral diseases, nomal occlusion and natural dentition. The 3D finite element model of human skull and brain scanned by means of computed tomography was constructed. The FEM model of head was composed of 407,825 elements and 82,138 nodes, including skull, brain, maxilla, mandible, articular disc, teeth and mouth guard. The stress concentrations on maxillary teeth, maxilla and skull with two mouth guards were evaluated under oblique impact load of 800N onto mandibular 3 loading points for 0.1sec. And the brain relative displacement was compared in two different mouth guard materials under same condition. Result and Conclusion: The results were as follows; 1. In comparison of von Mises stress on maxillary teeth, a soft mouth guard material had significantly lower stress values on measuring point than a hard mouth protector materials (P < .05). 2. In comparison of von Mises stress on maxilla and skull, A soft mouth protector material had significantly lower stress values on measuring point than a hard mouth protector materials (P < .05). 3. For impact loads on mandible, there were more stress concentrated area on maxilla and skull with hard mouth guard than soft with mouth protector. 4. For impact loads on mandible, brain relative displacement had little relation with mouth guard material properties. In results of this study, soft mouth guard materials were superior to hard mouth guard materials for mandible impact loads for prevention of sports injuries. Although the results of this study were not enough to figure out the roles of needed mouth guard material properties for a human head, we got some knowledge of the pattern about stress concentration and distribution on maxilla and skull for impact loads with soft or hard mouth protector. More studies are needed to substantiate the relationship between the mouth guard materials and sports injuries.

• Science of Emotion and Sensibility
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• v.25 no.1
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• pp.115-128
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• 2022

This study investigates the effect of wrist guards equipped with electronic muscle stimulation on reducing wrist pain and improving wrist function of actual lure fishing participants. This study combined conductive fabrics by selecting two products of wrist guards that can be used in lure fishing, which requires holding fishing rods with hands for a long time. It was conducted on ten healthy men aged 35 to 45, and the selection conditions were selected for those who did not have a history of surgery on the wrist and are currently enjoying lure fishing as a hobby. The experimental movement was performed 100 times before each experiment to cause delayed muscle pain to cause wrist fatigue when lure fishing was performed with the operation of grip strength and range of motion. As a result of this study, it was found that pain reduction, range of motion, and grip strength were improved when electrical stimulation was applied after wearing a wrist band in the form of a wrist wrap and semi-gloves. The conclusion of this study was that when electrical stimulation was applied to the wrist guards, the effect of improving the fatigue and function of the wrist could be confirmed through experiments. Through this study, it is expected that wearing electronic muscle stimulation wrist guards will have a significant effect on preventing wrist injuries and improving functional recovery for lure fishing participants.

• The Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Illuminating and Electrical Installation Engineers
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• v.4 no.3
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• pp.41-49
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• 1990

본 연구는 산업현장에서 요구되고 있는 공장자동화의 한 분야로 다관절이 로보트의 비집중 제어기버에 관해 고찰한 것이다. 제안한 기법은 매니퓰레이터가 원하는 궤적에 정확히 진행할 수 있도록 각 링크별로 차원이 낮은 부시스템으로 모델링하여 분산제어를 실시 함으로서 실시간 제어를 용이하게 할 수 있는 방식이다. 각 부시스템의 제어기는 관절별로 제어하는 궤환 제어기, 전향 제어기 및 보호신호기 등으로 구성되고, 이들 제어기의 이득을 조정함으로서 매니퓰레이터를 제어하는 것이다. 또한 제안한 비집중 적응 제어기를 2-링크 매니퓰레이터에 시뮬에이션한 결과 강하게 결합된 동력학과 부하의 변화에도 불구하고 제안한 기법이 원하는 궤적에 양호하게 진행함을 알 수 있었다.

• Proceedings of the Korean Vacuum Society Conference
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• 2000.02a
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• pp.130-130
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• 2000

타이타늄(CP Ti)과 타？늄합금은 인체의 골격을 구성하고 있는 물질과 가장 흡사한 물리적 성질과 우수한 생체적합성으로 인해 임플란트용 재료로 많이 사용되고 있으며, 최근에 인공관절이나 치근으로의 사용이 증가하고 있다. 그러나 교합면에서의 취약한 마모특성으로 인해 wear debris에 의한 골 흡수 및 이완 등을 야기하는 문제점으로, 이의 개선에 관한 연구가 활발히 진행되어 왔다. 다이아몬드상 카본 (Diamond-Like-Carbon) 박막은, 다이아몬드와 유사한 높은 경도, 내마모성 그리고 화학적 안정성 등의 매우 우수한 물리화학적 특성을 가지고 있는 박막재료로 고체 윤활박막으로서 hard disk나 VCR head drum의 보호막, 우주항공기의 bearing 재료코팅 등으로의 적용이 최근에 급격히 증가하고 있다. 본 연구에서는 이와 같은 특성을 지닌 다이아몬드상 카본 박막의 생체재료로의 적용을 위해, CP Ti과 Ti-6Al-4V에 13.56MHz를 사용하는 r.f PACVD법으로 DLC를 증착하여 생체적합적 특성을 조사하였다. C6H6 가스를 사용하여 1$\mu\textrm{m}$의 두께로 DLC 박막을 증착하였으며, 기판과의 밀찰력 향상을 위해 Si을 증간층으로 합성하였다. 마모특성은 pin-on-disk type wear tester을 사용하였으며 직경 5mm의 ruby ball로 실험을 수행하였다.

• Journal of Korean Foot and Ankle Society
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• v.22 no.1
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• pp.26-31
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• 2018

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to compare the clinical results between two different methods of hindfoot endoscopy to treat posterior ankle impingement syndrome. Materials and Methods: Between January 2008 and January 2014, 52 patients who underwent hindfoot endoscopy were retrospectively reviewed. Two methods of hindfoot endoscopy were used; Group A was treated according to van Dijk and colleagues' standard twoportal method, and group B was treated via the modified version of the above, using a protection cannula. For clinical comparison, the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) hindfoot score, time required to return to activity, and the presence of complications were used. Results: There was no statistically significant difference in the AOFAS scores at the final follow-up, and there was also no statistically significant difference in the times for the scores to return to the preoperative level. There were no permanent neurovascular injuries and wound problems in either group. Conclusion: Use of protection cannula may provide additional safety during hindfoot endoscopy. We could not prove whether protection cannula can provide superior safety for possible neurovascular injury. Considering the possible safety and risk of using additional instrument, the use of this method may be optional.

• Journal of Korean Medicine Rehabilitation
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• v.23 no.2
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• pp.49-61
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• 2013

Objectives : This study was conducted to determine whether or not Kangwhaldoche-tang(Qianghuodaozhi-tang) (KDT) aqueous extracts can protect articular cartilage losses on the Freund's complete adjuvant(FCA)-induced rat rheumatoid arthritis. Methods : 520, 260 or 130 mg/kg of KDT were orally administered once a day for 14 days from 14 days after FCA treatments, and 15 mg/kg of dexamethasone was intraperitoneally administered as reference drug in this experiment. Changes on the body weight, knee circumferences, gross arthritis score, inflammatory tissue prostaglandin(PG) $E_2$ levels were monitored with cartilage collagen components and glucosaminoglycans(GAGs) compositions - chondroitin sulphate, heparin sulphate and hyaluronic acid in the present study. Results : As results of FCA treatment, classic rheumatoid arthritis featuring dramatic decreases of the body weights, cartilage collagen and GAGs contents with increases of the knee circumferences, gross arthritis scores and inflammatory tissue $PGE_2$ levels, were demonstrated in the present study. However, these changes from FCA - induced rheumatoid arthritis were clearly inhibited by treatment of dexamethasone and all three different dosages of KDT. Although overall anti-inflammatory effects of KDT 520 mg/kg were lowered than those of dexamethasone 15 mg/kg treated rats, KDT 520 mg/kg showed more favorable preserve effects on the cartilage GAGs and KDT 260 mg/kg treated rats showed similar preserve effects as compared with dexamethasone 15 mg/kg in this experiment. Conclusions : The present results supported that over 75 mg/kg of KDT showed favorable anti-arthritic effects on the FCA-induced arthritis mediated by suppression of $PGE_2$, representative inflammatory mediator, and may help improve rheumatoid arthritis.

• Journal of Convergence for Information Technology
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• v.11 no.7
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• pp.232-241
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• 2021

The purpose of this study is to find out the difference in perception of skin beauticians according to the perception of bamboo therapy. For the study, 301 skin beauticians working in skin care departments were randomly selected and conducted for 28 days from April 19 to April 29, 2019. In the results of this study, skin cosmetologists who are aware of bamboo therapy have a very high interest and interest in bamboo therapy compared to skin cosmetologists who do not recognize bamboo therapy, and have a very high willingness to use it in the industrial field. They recognized that it was a way to help skin beauticians protect their joints at the same time as the body shape management effect of Bamboo.