Which prosthetic control is better? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07075042
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 09, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study compares two methods for controlling a prosthetic arm: direct control (using signals from two muscles) and pattern recognition (using signals from several muscles to better understand the user's intended movement). Researchers want to see which method is easier to use and more helpful in everyday activities. The study involves 32 adults with below-the-elbow limb loss who will try each control method for three months.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 32 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jul 2026
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older * Unilateral transradial limb loss * At least 6 months since loss * Previous or current use of a myoelectric device for 3 months or longer * Use of a prosthesis at least 4 days each week * Ability to read, write, and understand English * Willingness to use each control strategy as primary device for 3 months each (6 months commitment total) Exclusion Criteria: * Any health condition that would prevent safely completing trial activities * Discontinued use of a myoelectric prosthesis due to non-financial reasons
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hanger Inc.
RECRUITINGAustin, Texas, 78758, United States
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Virginia Commonwealth University
RECRUITINGRichmond, Virginia, 232398, United States
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