Implant could give amputees better control of robotic limbs

NCT ID NCT05768802

First seen Jan 16, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study tests a new device implanted under the skin that picks up muscle signals to control a robotic hand. Five adults with a hand or forearm amputation will have the device placed for up to one year. The goal is to see if it works better than current skin-stuck electrodes and to check its safety.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

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    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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