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Actualizing Hybrid Pressure and Silicone Therapies with 3D Printing and Scanning
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Figure 4. Validation of the developed FEM. (A) Illustration of the positions for pressure testing using pressure sensor. (B) Comparison of
experimental and simulated results of pressure level.

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C D

Figure 5. Simulated average interface pressure with different thicknesses of silicone elastomer (0 – 5 mm) and circumferences of sleeve
(reduction factors of 5% and 10%) on various regions of hand: (A) scar area; (B) radial; (C) ulnar; and (D) back of hand.

this study, and after 1 year of following the therapy. The that the HS was reduced in thickness and pigmentation,
sleeve was worn for at least 23 h each day and silicone thus showing an improved appearance. The problem
gel was applied twice a day. It can be clearly observed of the debonding of the silicone sheet was resolved so

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