• 한국융합학회논문지
• /
• 제13권4호
• /
• pp.643-651
• /
• 2022

메타버스의 급부상에 따라 모바일 증강현실 시장이 빠르게 성장하고 있다. 하지만, 모바일 증강현실 환경에서의 사용자 경험 향상을 위한 연구가 부족한 실정이다. 본 연구는 증강현실 기반의 스마트폰 애플리케이션 사용성 원칙 개발을 목표로 한다. 연구 방법으로 1)모바일 증강현실의 특성을 파악하여 증강현실 애플리케이션의 사용성 요인을 파악했다. 2)증강현실의 사용성 사례 연구 분석을 통해 사용성 원칙을 수집 및 선별하고, 전문가 심층 인터뷰를 통해 사용성 원칙을 재범주화하여 14개의 사용성 원칙으로 개발했다. 3)개발된 사용성 원칙을 검증하기 위해 사용성 원칙을 바탕으로 평가 문항을 구성하여 사용성 평가 설문을 진행했다. 결과적으로 몰입성, 현존감, 효율성, 만족감, 유희성에서 유의미한 차이를 발견하였으며, 증강현실 기반 스마트폰 애플리케이션 개발에 유용한 사용성 원칙임을 검증했다. 본 연구는 증강현실 기반 모바일 사용성 원칙에 관한 기초연구라는 점에서 의의가 있다.

• 문화기술의 융합
• /
• 제7권4호
• /
• pp.727-734
• /
• 2021

제 1기 신도시 중에서 분당신도시를 중심으로 거주자의 특성을 파악하고 설문조사를 실시하였으며 거주자의 신도시에 대한 인식을 분석하였다. 현장조사 대상지에서 육안검사와 일부 기기검사로 내구성을 평가하고 분석한 결과에 따르면 문제가 있는 것으로 나타났으며, 공동주택의 내구연한과 사용성능을 증진시키기 위하여 지속적인 유지관리를 하여야 한다. 특히 급격한 열화 진행 부분에서 나타나고 있는 많은 균열들을 조속히 보수하여야 하며 체계적인 계획을 입안하여 진행하여야 한다. 분당 신도시 거주자의 공동주택 인식조사에서는 약 93.4%가 보통 이상의 만족도를 나타내고 있었으며 43.4%는 거주 지역에 대하여 호감을 가지고 선호하는 결과를 나타내고 있다.

• Archives of Plastic Surgery
• /
• 제48권4호
• /
• pp.347-352
• /
• 2021

Background Mastectomy leaves unsightly scarring, which can be distressing to patients. Laser therapy for scar prevention has been consistently emphasized in recent studies showing that several types of lasers, including fractional ablation lasers, are effective for reducing scar formation. Nonetheless, there are few studies evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of ablative CO₂ fractional lasers (ACFLs). Methods This study had a randomized, comparative, prospective, split-scar design with blinded evaluation of mastectomy scars. Fifteen patients with mastectomy scars were treated using an ACFL. Half of each scar was randomized to "A," while the other side was allocated to group "B." Laser treatment was conducted randomly. Scars were assessed using digital photographs of the scar and Vancouver scar scale (VSS) scores. Histological assessments were also done. Results The mean VSS scores were 2.20±1.28 for the treatment side and 2.96±1.40 for the control side. There was a significant difference in the VSS score between the treatment side and the control side (P=0.002). The mean visual analog scale (VAS) scores were 4.13±1.36 for the treatment side and 4.67±1.53 for the control side. There was a significant difference in VAS score between the treatment side and the control side (P=0.02). Conclusions This study demonstrated that early scar treatment using an ACFL significantly improved the clinical results of the treatment compared to the untreated scar, and this difference was associated with patient satisfaction.

• 한방재활의학과학회지
• /
• 제31권3호
• /
• pp.85-93
• /
• 2021

Objectives This study aims to compare the effect of an ultrasound on a guided group and an unguided group on Soyeom pharmacopuncture therapy on the facet joint in patients with acute low back pain caused by traffic accidents. Methods 21 patients with acute low back pain caused by traffic accidents from March 1, 2021 to May 31, 2021 were included in this study. The study was conducted as a retrospective study which analyzes the patient's medical records. 11 patients (Group A) received ultrasound guided Soyeom pharmacopuncture therapy and 10 patients (Group B) received unguided Soyeom pharmacopuncture therapy on the facet joint. Visual analogue scale (VAS) and Oswestry disability index (ODI) was used to evaluate improvements in functions and pain, and five point Likert scale to evaluate patient's satisfaction. Results Both groups showed a statistically significant decrease in the VAS and ODI on the 5th day of hospitalization. However, there was no statistically significant difference between the groups. Difference in the Likert scale between the groups was not statistically significant either. Conclusions We found that ultrasound guided Soyeom pharmacopuncture therapy on the facet joint showed similar efficacy compared with unguided Soyeom pharmacopuncture therapy at facet joint on acute low back pain patients caused by traffic accidents.

• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
• /
• 제65권5호
• /
• pp.730-740
• /
• 2022

Objective : Although several commercialized bone cements are used during percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) for patients with osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture (OVCF), there are no reports using domestic products from South Korea. In this study, we investigated the safety and efficacy of Spinofill^® (Injecta Inc., Gunpo, Korea), a new polymethyl methacrylate product. Methods : A prospective, single-center, and single-arm clinical trial of 30 participants who underwent PVP using Spinofill^® for painful thoracolumbar OVCF was performed with 6-months follow-up. Clinical and surgical outcomes included the Visual analog scale (VAS), Korean-Oswestry disability index (K-ODI), and Odom's criteria, complication rate, and recurrence rate. Radiological outcomes were evaluated by measuring the findings of postoperative computed tomography and simple radiograph. Results : The pain of VAS (from 8.95±1.05 to 4.65±2.06, p<0.001) and the life quality based on K-ODI (from 33.95±5.84 to 25.65±4.79, p<0.001) improved significantly, and successful patient satisfaction were achieved in 20 patients (66.7%) 1 day after surgery. These immediate improvements were maintained or more improved during the follow-up. There was no surgery- or product-related complications, but OVCF recurred in two patients (6.7%). Favorable cement interdigitation was reported in 24 patients (80.0%), and extra-vertebral cement leakage was reported in 13 patients (43.0%). The mean vertebral height ratio (from 60.49%±21.97% to 80.07%±13.16%, p<0.001) and segmental kyphotic angle (from 11.46°±8.50° to 7.79°±6.08°, p=0.002) improved one day after surgery. However, these short-term radiological findings somewhat regressed at the end. Conclusion : The overall outcomes of PVP using Spinofill^® were as favorable as those of other conventionally used products.

• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
• /
• 제24권3호
• /
• pp.172-177
• /
• 2021

Background: This study aimed to evaluate the response rate to arthroscopic release treatment in adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder (ACS) for patients with refractory to conservative treatment. Methods: In this retrospective study, 51 patients (age mean, 49.1±5.6 years) with unilateral adherent capsule underwent arthroscopic releasing surgery for the shoulder capsule. Etiologies of the ACS in 30 patients were idiopathic: 10 patients were affected after surgery and 11 patients following trauma. The patients were evaluated in terms of shoulder function, satisfaction rate, pain intensity, and joint range of motion (ROM) based on a Constant score, a Simple Shoulder Test, the visual analog scale, and four movements, respectively. Results: The mean Constant score before surgery was 48.2±3.5 and reached 74.4±6 and 77.0±6.3 at 6 months and the final follow-up, respectively (p<0.001). The mean scores of pain intensity, a Simple Shoulder Test, and ROM showed significant improvement at all follow-ups (p<0.001). Sex, age, and diabetes did not have any significant effect on patient recovery. However, patients who experienced ACS after surgery had poorer results than others at all follow-up points. Conclusions: Arthroscopic releasing surgery of the shoulder in patients with ACS refractory to conservative treatment produces rare complications and an effective injury response. It seems that patients suffering ACS following surgery have a weaker response to the treatment.

• The Korean Journal of Pain
• /
• 제36권2호
• /
• pp.216-229
• /
• 2023

Background: The role of the sympathetic nervous system appears to be central in causing pain in complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). The stellate ganglion block (SGB) using additives with local anesthetics is an established treatment modality. However, literature is sparse in support of selective benefits of different additives for SGB. Hence, the authors aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of clonidine with methylprednisolone as additives to ropivacaine in the SGB for treatment of CRPS. Methods: A prospective randomized single blinded study (the investigator blinded to the study groups) was conducted among patients with CRPS-I of the upper limb, aged 18-70 years with American Society of Anaesthesiologists physical status I-III. Clonidine (15 ㎍) and methylprednisolone (40 mg) were compared as additives to 0.25% ropivacaine (5 mL) for SGB. After medical treatment for two weeks, patients in each of the two groups were given seven ultrasound guided SGBs on alternate days. Results: There was no significant difference between the two groups with respect to visual analogue scale score, edema, or overall patient satisfaction. After 1.5 months follow-up, however, the group that received methylprednisolone had better improvement in range of motion. No significant side effects were seen with either drug. Conclusions: The use of additives, both methylprednisolone and clonidine, is safe and effective for the SGB in CRPS. The significantly better improvement in joint mobility with methylprednisolone suggests that it should be considered promising as an additive to local anaesthetics when joint mobility is the concern.

• Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
• /
• 제55권3호
• /
• pp.213-225
• /
• 2022

Objectives: The aim of this qualitative study was to investigate how members of the general public in Korea interpret the concept of health, and which dimensions of health are most important to them. We also explored their perceptions of the EuroQoL 5-Dimension (EQ-5D), including the EuroQoL visual analogue scale (EQ-VAS). Methods: We conducted face-to-face, in-depth interviews with 20 individuals from the general population, using a semi-structured interview guide. Content analysis was performed with verbatim transcripts and field notes to identify codes and categorize them according to their similarities and associations. Results: In total, 734 different codes were derived and classified into 4 categories. Participants cited the importance of both the mental and physical aspects of health, although they emphasized that the physical aspects appeared to play a larger role in their conceptualization of health. Participants noted that the EQ-5D has the advantage of being composed of 5 dimensions that are simple and contain both physical and mental areas necessary to describe health. However, some of them mentioned the need to add more dimensions of mental health and social health. Participants showed great satisfaction with the visually well-presented EQ-VAS. However, participants opined that the EQ-VAS scores might not be comparable across respondents because of different ways of responding to the scale. Conclusions: While physical health is a fundamental aspect of health, mental and social aspects are also important to Koreans. The content of the EQ-5D broadly matched the attributes of health considered important by Koreans.

• 실천공학교육논문지
• /
• 제15권1호
• /
• pp.31-38
• /
• 2023

본 논문에서는 비전공자들을 위한 기초 머신러닝 모델 학습 및 활용교육 커리큘럼을 제안하고, Orange 머신러닝 모델 학습 및 분석 도구를 활용한 교육 방법을 제안하였다. Orange는 오픈 소스기반 머신러닝 및 데이터 시각화 도구로서, 복잡한 프로그래밍 없이 시각적인 위젯을 사용하여, 데이터를 학습시켜 머신러닝 모델을 만들 수 있다. Orange는 비전공자 학부생부터 전문가 그룹까지 다양하게 사용되는 플랫폼이다. 본 논문에서는 한 학기 분량의 기초 머신러닝 모델 학습 및 활용교육 커리큘럼과 주별 실습 내용을 제시하였다. 그리고, 머신러닝 모델 학습 및 활용에 대한 교육 내용 실체를 실증하기 위해, Orange 도구를 활용하여, 분류 데이터(Categorical Data) 표본과 수치 데이터(Numerical Data) 표본으로부터 머신러닝 모델을 학습시키고, 모델을 활용하여 모집단의 결과를 예측하는 활용 사례들을 제안하였다. 마지막으로 본 커리큘럼에 대한 교육 만족도를 비전공자 대상으로 조사 및 분석하였다.

• 한국의류산업학회지
• /
• 제25권5호
• /
• pp.578-592
• /
• 2023

This study identified and evaluated by deriving and categorizing concepts related to the user experience of metaverse fashion shows using grounded theory, which is a qualitative research method. Based on experiential marketing theory, in-depth interviews were conducted for 14 days with 14 males and females in their 20s and 30s. The research results and contents are as follows: The causal condition was the purpose of using metaverse fashion shows, and the action/interaction strategy caused by such a case was found to be establishing a system for metaverse fashion shows and promoting a positive brand image. The results included content evaluation of satisfaction, normal, or dissatisfaction. The contextual condition was a change in the form of consumption that emphasized experience, while the interventional condition was psychological distance. Based on this, the core category was defined as "consumption patterns that emphasized the purpose of use and experience affects the metaverse fashion shows and psychological distance appeared as a user experience evaluation through the establishment of a system of metaverse fashion shows and the promotion of a positive brand image". User types were classified as active or passive. Active users have the autonomy to select content according to their individual preferences, and accordingly, their experience preference tends to change. In contrast, passive users' preference for the technical quality of content is relatively low, but they have a high concentration of content diversity and audio-visual interest elements.