3D-Printed hand braces could be cheaper and just as effective
NCT ID NCT07633821
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares 3D-printed hand orthoses (braces) to traditional custom-made ones in 100 adults with chronic hand conditions from nerve, muscle, or bone issues. The goal is to see if the 3D-printed versions work just as well for daily activities, are more satisfying, and cost less. Participants will use the brace for 4 months, and researchers will measure function, pain, and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- 3D-printed hand orthosis
- What this could lead to
- If successful, 3D-printed orthoses could become a cheaper, faster alternative to custom-made ones, improving access for people with chronic hand conditions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial (100 participants) comparing non-inferiority, so results may not apply broadly. The 3D-printed devices might not match the fit or durability of conventional orthoses.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Amsterdam UMC, location AMC
Amsterdam, North Holland, 1105 AZ, Netherlands
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