Bionic breakthrough: implant gives amputees sense of touch
NCT ID NCT04430218
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a surgically implanted device that connects nerves and muscles in an amputated arm to a wireless prosthetic hand. The goal is to let users move the hand intuitively and feel what it touches. The trial will enroll 15 adults with upper-limb amputations to check safety and how well the system works.
What this could mean
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Active substance
implanted nerve and muscle electrodes with wireless stimulator
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to prosthetic hands that feel natural and respond to thought, greatly improving daily life for amputees.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study (15 people) focused on safety and feasibility. The device requires surgery, and long-term benefits are unproven.
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Case Western Reserve University
RECRUITINGCleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States
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Louis Stokes VA Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
RECRUITINGCleveland, Ohio, 44106-1702, United States
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