Mechanical optimization of a rehabilitation harness via an integrated Abaqus-ISIGHT framework: A multidisciplinary approach for enhanced biomechanical performance

Yizhuo Chen, Qian Zhang, Jing Gao, Shu Jiang, Xuewei Jiang, Xing Zhang, Wenxin Niu, Shitan Wang, School of Textile, Donghua University, Department of Architecture, School of Design, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Wuhan Textile and Apparel Digital Engineering Technology Research Center, School of Fashion, Wuhan Textile University, Shanghai Yangzhi Rehabilitation Hospital , Shanghai Sunshine Rehabilitation Center, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Laboratory of Biomechanics and Rehabilitation Engineering, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai Disabled Persons, Federation Key Laboratory of Intelligent Rehabilitation Assistive Appliance and Technology

Textile Research Journal

Published online on September 09, 2025

Abstract

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Medical-device-related pressure injuries resulting from mismatched human–harness interfaces during body weight support (BWS) training represent a persistent challenge in clinical rehabilitation. This study investigates a multidisciplinary cosimulation ...