3D-Printed Phone Holder for Arm and Hand Weakness
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests a custom-made phone holder designed to help people with arm or hand weakness use their smartphones more easily. Researchers want to see if this simple device improves how well you can hold and use your phone.
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Who can take part
- You are currently receiving occupational therapy (physical rehabilitation services) at the hospital
- Your arm or hand weakness has been present for more than 3 months
- You have difficulty holding or using a smartphone because of your arm or hand weakness
- You can understand and follow instructions for using the device
- You score above 24 on a brief memory and thinking test (Montreal Cognitive Assessment)
- You are 18 years or older
- You do not have severe vision or hearing problems that would prevent you from using a smartphone
- You are in stable health with no serious medical conditions that would make participation unsafe
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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