Comparison of reaction response time between hand and foot controlled devices in simulated microsurgical testing.
Marcel PfisterJaw-Chyng L LueFrancisco R StefaniniPaulo FalabellaLaurie DustinMichael J KossMark S HumayunPublished in: BioMed research international (2014)
Our data show that the RT for hands is faster than feet. Similarly the subjective questionnaire showed a greater preference for hand actuation. This data suggest a hand-controlled ophthalmic instrument might have distinct advantages; however, clinical correlation is required.