What types of orthosis are currently available on the market? Understanding the various orthosis already developed is crucial for appreciating the choices made by other designers and engineers. Among the wide range of options, we’ve identified several key categories for assistive hand orthoses:

Mechanical

• Elastic Band
• Compliant Mechanism
• Wrist-Driven Flexor Hinge

Electronic

• Soft Actuator
• Pulley System
• Motorized Wrist-Driven Flexor Hinge

Innovating within these categories involves a thorough examination of the advantages and limitations of each technology. To facilitate this, we have developed a journey map to guide our exploration.