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Jamshaid H, Mishra RK, Ahamad N, Chandan V, Nadeem M, Kolář V, Jirků P, Müller M, Akshat T, Nazari S, Alexiou Ivanova T. Impact of construction parameters on ergonomic and thermo-physiological comfort performance of knitted occupational compression stocking materials. Heliyon 2024; 10:e26704. [PMID: 38434044 PMCID: PMC10906411 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e26704] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Revised: 02/18/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
Abstract
This work investigates the effect of varying the knitting structure and stitch length (SL) on various thermo-physiological and ergonomic comfort properties of the occupational graduated compression socks. Thermo-physiological comfort, ergonomic comfort and dimensional stability of theses stockings were analysed in a comparative manner. Obtained results were evaluated statistically using the technique of analysis of variance (ANOVA). A Fisher's multiple comparison test was commissioned to analyze the relationship between the alteration of stitch length (SL) on various utility functions and properties desired in the occupational compression socks. In order to examine whether the difference of stitch length is significant, p values were determined. Further the influence of knitting structures e.g., plain, 2 × 2 Rib and 1 × 3 Rib was analysed on the selected properties. The interactive effect of both stitch length (SL) and knitting structure was studied using statistical techniques. It was concluded that knitting structure has a stronger impact on thermo-physiological and ergonomic comfort properties. Results showed a significant variation in thermo-physiological and ergonomic comfort by altering stitch length by means of the statistical analysis. An innovative approach for the manufacturers has been developed for optimizing performance in compression stockings. The construction of the compression socks can thus be optimized in terms of constructional parameters to provide optimum comfort to the users.
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Affiliation(s)
- Hafsa Jamshaid
- School of Engg. & Technology, National Textile University, Sheikhupura Road, Faisalabad, 37610, Pakistan
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- Department of Materials Sci. & Manufacturing Tech., Faculty of Engg., Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Suchdol, Prague, 16500, Czech Republic
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- School of Appl. Sciences, National Textile University, Sheikhupura Road, Faisalabad, 37610, Pakistan
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- Department of Materials Sci. & Manufacturing Tech., Faculty of Engg., Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Suchdol, Prague, 16500, Czech Republic
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- School of Engg. & Technology, National Textile University, Sheikhupura Road, Faisalabad, 37610, Pakistan
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- Department of Materials Sci. & Manufacturing Tech., Faculty of Engg., Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Suchdol, Prague, 16500, Czech Republic
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- Department of Materials Sci. & Manufacturing Tech., Faculty of Engg., Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Suchdol, Prague, 16500, Czech Republic
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- Department of Materials Sci. & Manufacturing Tech., Faculty of Engg., Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Suchdol, Prague, 16500, Czech Republic
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- Department of Machine Design and Mech. Faculty of Mech. Engg., Technical University of Liberec, Liberec, 46117, Czech Republic
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- Department of Sustainable Tech., Faculty of Tropical Agri-Sci., Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Suchdol, Prague, 16500, Czech Republic
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- Department of Sustainable Tech., Faculty of Tropical Agri-Sci., Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Suchdol, Prague, 16500, Czech Republic
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Chronic wounds are characterized by their inability to heal within an expected time frame and have emerged as an increasingly important clinical problem over the past several decades, owing to their increasing incidence and greater recognition of associated morbidity and socio-economic burden. Even up to a few years ago, the management of chronic wounds relied on standards of care that were outdated. However, the approach to these chronic conditions has improved, with better prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Such improvements are due to major advances in understanding of cellular and molecular aspects of basic science, in innovative and technological breakthroughs in treatment modalities from biomedical engineering, and in our ability to conduct well-controlled and reliable clinical research. The evidence-based approaches resulting from these advances have become the new standard of care. At the same time, these improvements are tempered by the recognition that persistent gaps exist in scientific knowledge of impaired healing and the ability of clinicians to reduce morbidity, loss of limb and mortality. Therefore, taking stock of what is known and what is needed to improve understanding of chronic wounds and their associated failure to heal is crucial to ensuring better treatments and outcomes.
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