Could a light zap stop infections in bionic limb patients?
NCT ID NCT06777511
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a special light treatment can help prevent infections in people with bone-anchored prostheses (artificial limbs attached directly to the bone). Ten participants will apply a medicated cream to the skin where the metal rod comes out, then use a light device for 15 minutes daily at home. Researchers will check if the treatment is easy to use and acceptable to patients over two weeks.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 10 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Oct 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2028
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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Who is studied
All patients \>18 years with osseointegrated prostheses are eligible. Patients will be excluded if they have an ongoing infection, are pregnant or if it is anticipate that they will have issues with compliance or follow-up.
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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: * All patients with osseointegrated prostheses 18 years of age or older Exclusion Criteria: * Ongoing infection * Pregnant * Anticipated issues with compliance or follow-up
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20889, United States
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