Bionic hand gets a sense of touch: new device aims to make prosthetics feel like part of the body
NCT ID NCT07418645
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests a device that gives pressure and vibration feedback to people using a bionic hand after losing an arm below the elbow. The goal is to see if this feedback helps users feel more ownership and control over the prosthetic, making it easier to use in everyday tasks. Nine participants will try the device in two phases: first in a rubber hand illusion experiment, then while performing daily activities with the actual prosthesis.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- PULSE device (pressure and vibrotactile feedback system integrated into a prosthetic limb)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could make prosthetic hands feel more natural and easier to control, improving daily life for people with upper-limb amputations.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study with only 9 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The feedback might also feel confusing or uncomfortable for some users.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Department of Neurorehabilitation, Univeristy Hospital of Pisa
RECRUITINGPisa, PI, 56124, Italy
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