Comparing myoelectric and bionic prosthetic hands
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two types of prosthetic hands: a myoelectric hand (controlled by muscle signals) and a bionic hand (with more advanced features). The goal is to see which one works better for people who already use a prosthetic arm with a semi-electronic elbow.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have lost one arm below the shoulder (unilateral upper limb amputation).
- You have been using a prosthetic arm regularly for at least 6 months.
- Your current prosthetic arm uses a semi-electronic elbow joint.
- You can understand and complete the study assessments.
- You do not have amputations on both arms or multiple limbs, and you don't have a neurological or orthopedic condition that would affect arm function.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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