Robotic Hand Orthosis Providing Grasp Assistance for Patients With Brachial Plexus Injuries (NCT04939233) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Robotic Hand Orthosis Providing Grasp Assistance for Patients With Brachial Plexus Injuries
United States3 participantsStarted 2021-07-01
Plain-language summary
The proposed research, the development of an innovative robotic hand orthosis with intelligent grasping control, is relevant to public health as it will restore a large measure of functionality to the paralyzed hand of a person who has suffered a brachial plexus injury. The proposed orthosis will utilize novel technology that will result in a device that is compact, portable, dexterous, and intuitively controllable while overcoming the disadvantages of previously developed orthoses that rendered them difficult to use. The restoration of functionality to ones hands will significantly improve their quality of life as well as their ability to again participate in the workforce and complete dexterous activities in their daily lives.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 69 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Brachial plexus injury to the right upper extremity
* 18 - 69 y/o with pan plexus injuries
* Lower root injuries (C7, C8, T1)
Exclusion Criteria:
* No significant hand/wrist contractures or associated deformities which would affect participation
* No open wounds in affected hand or wrist
* Able to provide consent for treatment and follow general directions
* Only right-hand involved individuals will be considered, as the orthosis prototypes will be designed for right hand use only at this stage of the research
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Number of Successful Grasp Trials Per Participant Using Robotic Hand Orthosis
Timeframe: The total expected time for the study is about 2 hours.