Scientists tap into phantom limb feelings to build better bionic arms
NCT ID NCT07666204
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how people who have lost an arm or were born without one experience phantom limb sensations—like feeling their missing hand move. Researchers will interview participants and map these sensations to help design prosthetics that are easier to control and feel more like a real limb. The goal is to reduce mental effort and physical strain for users.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this research could lead to better prosthetic devices that feel more natural and are easier to use for people with upper limb loss.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage observational study with only 50 participants, so findings may not apply to everyone. It focuses on understanding sensations, not testing a treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Fondation Saint-Hélier
RECRUITINGRennes, 35000, France
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Institut Régional de Médecine Physique et de Réadaptation, Filière Locomoteur
RECRUITINGNancy, 54000, France
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