Tolerance of Subjective Discomfort Induced by Pressure Applied to the Forearm

摘要

A study was conducted to determine the ability of the forearm to support weight, according to the psychophysical effect of pressure on the human forearm. The study was carried out in conjunction with research on a forearm supported tool. The results indicate that males tolerate pressure induced discomfort longer than females, pressure applied close to the elbow is tolerated longer than pressure applied closer to the wrist, and tolerance decreases rapidly as pressure increases. Based upon the results, recommendations are made for both future tool design and additional research.