SSPO Research Office

20/08/2026

🎉 We are pleased to announce that Dr. Pitchaya Rayothee, Asst. Prof. Dr. Manunchaya Samala, and Assoc. Prof. Gulapar Srisawasdi have contributed as the first and corresponding author, and co-authors, respectively, to the newly published research article:
🩻 “Scoliosis Casting System: Apparatus Design, Procedural Implementation, and Force Magnitude Measurement for Trunk Postural Correction in Scoliosis Patients”
This research develops a novel multi-planar scoliosis casting apparatus and force-measuring system to calculate the biomechanical forces applied during spinal orthosis casting in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. The system demonstrated that it can effectively assist orthotists during casting and successfully measure force magnitude. Findings reveal that the optimal correction requires lower forces than passive bracing correction, suggesting its potential to facilitate active patient self-correction.
📖 Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.23919/ICBEACPS00008.2026.00038
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18/08/2026

📢 We are pleased to announce that Dr. Pitchaya Rayothee, Wisavaporn Niamsang, Dr. Udomporn Manupibul, Sirikanya Nimyaem, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Manunchaya Samala have contributed their work to the newly published research:

🦵🏻“The biomechanical effects of 3D-printed ankle-foot orthosis in individuals with unilateral foot drop”

This study demonstrates how a novel 3D-printed ankle-foot orthosis (3D-AFO) enhances gait mobility by improving walking speed, restoring ankle kinematic symmetry, and providing more user comfort than barefoot walking. The article also highlights 3D printing as a clinically effective alternative to traditional thermoplastic orthoses in rehabilitative care.

📖 Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1080/10400435.2026.2689528.

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17/08/2026

✨We are pleased to announce that Wisavaporn Niamsang, Pattaraporn Kongsatan, Jutima Rattanakoch, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Manunchaya Samala have contributed their work to the newly published research:

🖥️ “Validity and Reliability of OpenCap: A low-cost markerless motion capture system for lower extremity kinematics in transfemoral prosthetic users”

This study evaluates the performance of OpenCap, a smartphone-based markerless motion capture technology, by validating its measurements against a traditional 3D motion capture system commonly used in amputee gait analysis. The findings demonstrate that while the system provides accurate spatiotemporal parameters, joint kinematics vary across planes, highlighting the need for further improvements to capture complex movements in prosthetic gait under resource-limited settings.

📖 Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compbiomed.2026.111817

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14/08/2026

📢 We are pleased to announce that Dr. Udomporn Manupibul has contributed to the newly published research:

🚶🏻“Evaluation of the biomechanics of lower limbs in normal, overweight, and obese people using the SMART F-IMU system”

This study provided a pilot evaluation of the SMART F-IMU, a wearable tracking system that combines inertial measurement units with flexible force sensors, to investigate weight-related gait variations. The results demonstrate the system’s feasibility for detecting distinct gait patterns in overweight and obese individuals, highlighting its potential for longitudinal, real-world monitoring of joint biomechanics during daily activities.

📖 Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-026-59176-5

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11/08/2026

🎉 We are pleased to announce that Agus Setyo Nugroho, Asst. Prof. Dr. Kazuhiko Sasaki, and Dr. Muhammad Nouman have contributed their work as first author, corresponding author, and co-author, respectively, to the newly published research article:
🦶🏼 “Design and Mechanical Evaluation of a Polymer Keel SACH Foot Using Finite Element Analysis and Experimental Validation”
This study presents the development of a polymer-based keel SACH foot as a low-cost alternative to conventional wooden-keel designs. Using finite element analysis and experimental validation under ISO 10328 loading conditions, the optimized design demonstrated reduced deformation, lower stress concentration, and a higher safety factor than other configurations. The results suggest that polymer-based keels may offer improved structural stiffness, mechanical consistency, and reliability while maintaining cost-effectiveness for prosthetic foot applications.
📖 Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.35882/jeeemi.v8i3.1807
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11/08/2026

11/08/2026

📢 We are pleased to announce that Asst. Prof. Dr. Manunchaya Samala, Dr. Udomporn Manupibul, and Wisavaporn Niamsang have contributed their work as co-authors to the newly published research article:
🚶🏻‍♀️ “Real-Time Gait Events Detection Using IMU Combined With TCNs Model in Transtibial Amputees”
This study demonstrates that a combination of a wearable inertial measurement unit (IMU) and a temporal convolutional network (TCN) can detect gait events in transtibial amputees near real time, comparable to a full-body sensor setup. These findings support the development and potential of practical wearable gait analysis systems for remote prosthetic rehabilitation and continuous clinical monitoring, offering an efficient solution for gait evaluation beyond specialized laboratories.
📖 Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2026.3715835
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05/08/2026

🎉 We are pleased to announce Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gulapar Srisawasdi has contributed to the newly published research article:

👟“One Shoe Doesn't Fit All: A Contextual Approach to Therapeutic Footwear for People at Risk of Diabetes-Related Foot Ulceration”

This study provides valuable insights into how a lifestyle-specific contextual approach to therapeutic footwear can accommodate different daily environments, such as at home, the workplace, and hot climates, offering practical implications for improving patient adherence and reducing diabetic foot ulceration rates in clinical practice.

📖 Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1002/jfa2.70176

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04/08/2026

🎉 We are pleased to announce that Wichuda Siripanyakhemakul, Sirikanya Nimyaem, Kunlanit Boontar, Sirirat Seng-Iad, Chonthicha Chaemkhuntod, and Tullathorn Tulatharn have contributed their work to the newly published research:

📝 “Immediate In-Brace Correction of Chêneau and Boston Braces in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Retrospective Institutional Audit”

This study provides valuable insights into scoliosis management by comparing immediate in-brace correction in Chêneau and Boston braces during the initial treatment phases, offering essential retrospective data to help clinicians optimize spinal brace selection and improve treatment outcomes for adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis.

📖 Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1097/JPO.0000000000000646

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17/07/2026

Siriraj Healthkathon 2026 เป็นกิจกรรมที่จัดขึ้นเพื่อส่งเสริมและพัฒนานวัตกรรมด้านสุขภาพ โดยเปิดโอกาสให้บุคลากรทางการแพทย์และผู้สนใจร่วมระดมความคิด สร้างสรรค์เทคโนโลยีและนวัตกรรมเพื่อแก้ไขปัญหาและยกระดับการให้บริการด้านสาธารณสุข

ในโอกาสนี้ โรงเรียนกายอุปกรณ์สิรินธร นำโดย อาจารย์จุติมา รัตนคช พร้อมด้วย นายธีรดนย์ นันทศิลป์ ผู้แทนจากทีมวิจัย เข้าร่วมจัดแสดงผลงานในบูทนิทรรศการและนำเสนอแข่งขันนวัตกรรมเพื่อชิงทุนสนับสนุนการพัฒนานวัตกรรมระยะต่อยอดจากสำนักงานนวัตกรรมแห่งชาติ (องค์การมหาชน) หรือ NIA