Bionic arm breakthrough? new implant aims for natural control
NCT ID NCT07325708
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This early study tests a new implantable sensor array, called Phantom X, that picks up muscle signals to control a bionic arm. Ten adults with below-elbow amputations will receive the implant and be followed for up to 21 weeks. The goal is to see if the device is safe and allows more natural, intuitive hand and wrist movements.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Phantom X implantable EMG sensor array
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could enable more natural and intuitive control of bionic arms for people with upper-limb amputations.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early, first-in-human study with only 10 participants. The device may not work as expected, and there are risks from surgery and the implant itself.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Cabrini Health Ltd
RECRUITINGMalvern, Victoria, 3189, Australia
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ProMotion Prosthetics Pty Ltd
RECRUITINGMoorabbin, Victoria, 3189, Australia
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