Modelling and Analysis of Shoulder Traction Surgery Kit

Abstract

Abstract The shoulder traction surgery kit supports and improves efficiency in performing arthroscopic shoulder surgeries. Shoulder Traction Kit provides a convenient method to apply traction and position the patient’s arm for shoulder procedures. It provides a proper vision within the shoulder joint and provides easy access for sub-acromial space. This paper presents a traction based shoulder kit aiding surgeries where the design and outlay requirements are reviewed and collected from research papers and suggestions taken from medics. This project initially deals with a simple design and model of the shoulder traction kit which is reliable and cost effective. A design which is simple to handle and easy to maintain has been the main moto of this project. Initial equipment outlay is modelled using software CATIA V5, SOLID WORKS and analysis is done on ANSYS. The model is simple, with few mechanisms involved and flexible which is easy to use. Based on analysis results and observations it is found that the designed shoulder traction kit can withstand 8 Kg loads with lesser deformations, stress within limits without any failure.