Clinical trials: Prosthesis User
Transtibial Amputation, Lower Limb Amputation
Impact of Footwear on Gait in Unilateral Transtibial Amputees
The goal of this interventional study is to learn how different types of footwear affect gait, stability, comfort, and walking performance in adults with a unilateral transtibial amputation who use a lower limb prosthesis.
- Conditions
- Transtibial Amputation, Lower Limb Amputation, Prosthesis Users
- Trial name
- NCT07685496
- Testing
- Own Footwear, Oxford Shoe, Walking/Running Shoe
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 15 people
- Sponsor
- University of Salford
Prosthesis User, Amputation
Connect TF - An Investigation of Function and Usability of a New Adaptable Socket System
The primary objective of this investigation is to evaluate how the CONNECT TF compares to traditional handmade sockets, specifically that it provides reliable suspension and improved usability and comfort for the amputee, and…
- Trial name
- NCT04388488
- Testing
- CONNECT TF adaptable socket system, Any conventional handmade socket
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 9 people
- Sponsor
- Össur Iceland ehf
Prosthesis User
Efficacy of a Vented Liner and Socket System for Individuals With Trans-femoral Amputation
The objective of the investigation is to measure the humidity within a transfemoral amputee's prosthesis during physical activity in a pre-heated room, using both the vented AeroFit system and a non-vented comparator.
- Trial name
- NCT05279885
- Testing
- Vented suspension system, Non-vented suspension system
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 13 people
- Sponsor
- Jóna Valgerður Kristjánsdóttir
Prosthesis User, Prosthesis
Optimize Pattern Recognition Control of Powered Upper Limb Prosthesis
This study is focused on optimizing methods for controlling upper-limb myoelectric prosthetic arms. If you are enrolled in this study you would be expected to visit one of the research sites for approximately 5 in-lab visits…
- Conditions
- Prosthesis User, Prosthesis, Prosthetic, Upper Limb Amputation
- Trial name
- NCT07850544
- Testing
- Condition A: Electrode Configuration, Condition B: Electrode Configuration, Condition C: Electrode Configuration
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 32 people
- Sponsor
- Liberating Technologies, Inc.
Amputation, Prosthesis User
Optimizing Prosthetic Prescription to Mitigate the Effects of Perspiration
The specific aim of this research is to compare three clinically available liners, each intended to address problems of residual limb perspiration, with the as-prescribed liner of lower limb prosthesis user and determine their…
- Trial name
- NCT07024342
- Testing
- Liner perforated with very small diameter holes, Liner perforated with somewhat larger diameter holes, Liner-liner
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 180 people
- Sponsor
- VA Puget Sound Health Care System
Amputation, Amputation; Traumatic, Leg, Lower
Clinical Outcomes With Passive MPKs vs. Powered Prosthetic Knees
The goal of this proposed project is to gather community-based data from the K4-level Transfemoral Amputee (TFA) population to aid in evidence-based prescription of powered prosthetic knees (i.e., choosing the right device to…
- Conditions
- Amputation, Amputation; Traumatic, Leg, Lower, Limb; Absence, Congenital, Lower, Prosthesis User
- Trial name
- NCT05267639
- Testing
- Power Knee
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 13 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Liberating Technologies, Inc.
Prosthesis User, Digitalism
Evaluation of Implant Abutment-Level Digitalization Techniques
This methodological clinical study aims to evaluate digital workflows used for the intraoral digitalization of cement-retained implant abutments in situations where implant impression components are unavailable and abutment…
- Trial name
- NCT07466355
- Testing
- Digital workflows using an intraoral scanner (TRIOS, 3Shape)
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 12 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Hacettepe University
Prosthesis User, Amputation
Prosthetic Limb Movement Feedback for Upper and Lower Extremity Amputees
To assess the functional characteristics and utility of upper and lower limb prosthetic devices (advanced bionic and current clinical standard-of-care) that incorporate physiologically relevant touch and/or movement feedback.
- Trial name
- NCT03135847
- Testing
- Tactor
- Volunteers
- 180 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- The Cleveland Clinic
Prosthesis User, Amputation
Evaluating the Experience of Upper Limb Prosthesis Use
The goal is to understand the critical factors associated with outcome acceptance following upper limb loss. The investigators aim to develop a unified theoretical model that describes the psychosocial experience of upper limb…
- Conditions
- Prosthesis User, Amputation, Upper Limb Amputation at the Wrist, Upper Limb Amputation Above Elbow (Injury)
- Trial name
- NCT04855214
- Testing
- Qualitative Analysis
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 178 people
- Sponsor
- Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
Lower Limb Amputation, Prosthesis Users
Dual-Task Balance Training in Traumatic Lower-Limb Prosthesis Users
This randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effectiveness of dual-task balance training on balance, mobility, and mental health among traumatic lower-limb prosthesis users in the Gaza Strip.
- Conditions
- Lower Limb Amputation, Prosthesis Users, Balance Impairment, Mobility Limitations
- Trial name
- DTBT-LLA (NCT07706452)
- Testing
- Dual-Task Balance Training, Standard Rehabilitation
- Where
- Palestinian Territories
- Volunteers
- 63 people
- Sponsor
- Al-Azhar University - Gaza
Amputation of Upper Limb Below Elbow, Prosthesis User
Effect of Motor Imagery Ability on Functionality and Proprioception in Amputees Using Myoelectric Prostheses"
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the motor imagery ability in transradial amputees using myoelectric prosthesis, compare it with the control group and investigate its effect on functionality and proprioception.
- Trial name
- NCT06541379
- Testing
- No intervention
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Medipol University
Knee Injuries, Prosthesis User
In Vitro Microstructural and Mechanical Analysis of Waste Material From Total Knee Arthroplasty for the Study of Innovative Solutions in the Treatment of Joint and Ligament Pathologies
In orthopedic surgical practice, there is an increasing incidence of degenerative joint diseases, due to the rising average age of the population, as well as ligament injuries resulting from the growing participation in sports…
- Trial name
- TIB PLAT (NCT07571512)
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 29 people
- Sponsor
- Stefano Zaffagnini
Amputation Arm and Hand, Unilateral Right, Amputation Arm and Hand, Unilateral Left
Neural Enabled Prosthesis for Upper Limb Amputees
This study is designed to evaluate the feasibility of The Adaptive Neural Systems Neural-Enabled Prosthetic Hand (ANS-NEPH) system.
- Conditions
- Amputation Arm and Hand, Unilateral Right, Amputation Arm and Hand, Unilateral Left, Prosthesis User
- Trial name
- NCT03432325
- Testing
- Neural Enabled Prosthesis
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 15 people
- Sponsor
- University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Prosthesis User
Clinical Performance of 3D-Printed Resin and Zirconia Implant Restorations
This randomized controlled clinical trial evaluates the clinical performance of 3D-printed resin restorations compared with milled monolithic zirconia in implant-supported single crowns and short-span fixed partial dentures…
- Trial name
- NCT07522671
- Testing
- 3D-Printed Resin Restoration (CROWNTEC)
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Menoufia University
Amputation, Prosthesis User
Satisfaction and Quality of Life Among Prosthetic Users in Gaza Governorate ,
Prosthetic devices help amputees regain mobility and improve appearance. When patients are satisfied with their prosthesis, they are more likely to use it consistently, leading to better rehabilitation outcomes.
- Conditions
- Amputation, Prosthesis User, Satisfaction, Quality of Lifte
- Trial name
- PROINGA (NCT07519746)
- Testing
- Observational Study - No Intervention
- Where
- Palestinian Territories
- Volunteers
- 128 people
- Sponsor
- Yeditepe University
Shoulder Fractures, Prosthesis User
Efficacy of Early Multimodal Physiotherapy in Patients With Reverse Shoulder Prosthesis
The present study try to evaluate the effectivenness of an early intervention program based on multimodal physiotherapy and focused on therapeutic exercise to improve the results of patients with a reverse shoulder phrostesis.
- Trial name
- NCT06357143
- Testing
- REMOVE, CONTROL
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- University of Malaga
Prosthesis User, Amputation; Traumatic, Limb, Lower
Criteria for Advanced Prosthetic Foot Prescription
The purpose of this study is to develop criteria for prosthetic foot prescription for Veterans and Service Members with transtibial limb loss.
- Trial name
- NCT03505983
- Testing
- ESR Prosthetic Foot First, Articulating ESR Prosthetic Foot First, Powered Prosthetic Foot First
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 91 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- VA New York Harbor Healthcare System
Somatosensory Disorders, Amputation
Studies Into Touch in Healthy Humans to Provide Sensory Feedback in Prostheses
Our sense of touch is essential to explore our environment and experience life and is based on signals from receptors in the body that are sensitive to different types of stimulation.
- Conditions
- Somatosensory Disorders, Amputation, Tactile Disorders, Aging
- Trial name
- TACTHUM (NCT05548322)
- Testing
- Different surfaces to be touched, Emotional state change, Electrical stimulation
- Where
- 2 sites in France
- Volunteers
- 210 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France
Lower Limb Amputation, Prosthesis User
Clinical and Psychological Adjustment of Patients With LLA: a Multidisciplinary Rehabilitative Intervention Project
Most of the limb amputation related to vascular disease is often secondary to a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The amputation involves significant motor, psychological, and social challenges for patients, with a major…
- Trial name
- AMPADinRehab (NCT06471855)
- Testing
- Multidisciplinary Conventional and Technology-based Rehabilitation, Multidisciplinary Conventional Rehabilitation
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri SpA
Amputation, Prosthesis User
Lower Limb Prostheses for Individuals Who Carry Infants, Toddlers, and Other Loads
The aim of this research is to identify the prosthetic foot that results in improved walking performance when individuals with lower limb amputation carry infants, toddlers, or other loads.
- Trial name
- NCT07159490
- Testing
- Standard-of-care prosthetic foot, Standard-of-care prosthetic foot with heel-stiffening wedge, Standard-of-care prosthetic foot of one category greater stiffness
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 13 people
- Sponsor
- VA Puget Sound Health Care System