An objective method to assess the efficacy of theatre scissors.

摘要

Mayo scissors are amongst the most commonly used instruments in theatre. During their working lives they often become defective, causing substandard performance. Attempts to analyse their quality and efficacy are compromised as individuals asked to test scissors manually exert differing forces when closing the blades and use subtly different techniques, making comparison of data difficult. We describe an objective method by which these important tools can be assessed.