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Bionic hand control gives new grip to paralyzed patients

NCT ID NCT00583804

Disease control Sponsor: MetroHealth Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests an implanted stimulator and sensor that helps people with cervical spinal cord injury regain hand and arm function. Ten participants will use the device to perform everyday tasks like grasping objects. The goal is to improve independence and quality of life.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

10 people

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Started

Apr 1989

Expected to finish

Sep 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * C5-C8 spinal cord injury * Minimum of one-year post injury with no additional function prior to implantation surgery * Male or female * 18-60 years of age * intact vision * pharmacologically controlled spasticity, when applicable * Functional in wheelchair with adequate trunk support to allow bimanual manipulation * Positive attitude and motivation with supportive home environment * Willingness to return to laboratory for periodic evaluation and testing * Free of contractures known to diminish performance of the system (e.g., supination contracture of the wrist). * Integrity of the lower motor neuron (peripheral nerve) to the muscles to be activated * Adequate range of motion of joints of the shoulder, wrist, and hand (upper extremity). * If an acute infection is present, the subject will not be considered for surgery until it clears. Exclusion Criteria: * Prior history of a major chronic systemic infection or other illness that would increase the risk of surgery. * Contraindications include immunologic diseases, cardiac arrhythmias, undiagnosed or high-risk breast masses, dermatologic conditions, and any major system failure. * Acute infection currently present that has not cleared. * Hypersensitivity that inhibits their ability to sustain pressure over their digits. * Blind * Uncontrolled disorders, i.e., seizures

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Conditions

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quadriplegia spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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Spinal cord injury Tetraplegia

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • MetroHealth Medical Center

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44109, United States

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