Smart sensors could revolutionize rehab for amputees
NCT ID NCT03930199
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether smartphone and wearable sensors can help create personalized mobility plans for people who use lower-limb prostheses. Researchers will analyze sensor data along with walking tests and interviews to identify physical or psychological barriers to using the prosthesis. The goal is to improve real-world mobility and daily activities through targeted interventions like physical therapy or prosthetic adjustments.
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 could lead to a clinical toolbox that helps clinicians tailor prosthetic care and physical therapy to each person's needs, improving mobility and daily function.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 66 participants, so results may not apply to all prosthesis users. The interventions are based on individual needs, making it hard to generalize findings.
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Locations
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Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Health Care System
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55417, United States
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
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Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Center for Rehabilitation Sciences Research
Bethesda, Maryland, 20889, United States