New amputation technique aims to give amputees better control and feeling in bionic legs
NCT ID NCT03374319
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tested a new surgical method for below- and above-knee amputations to help people use advanced prosthetic limbs more naturally. Researchers worked with 50 adults who needed a leg amputation due to injury, birth defects, or arthritis. The goal was to see if the new technique improves muscle control and sensation compared to standard amputation.
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Brigham & Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media Lab
Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139, United States
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