Clinical trials: Amputation, Limb Loss
Amputation Stump
Characterization of Residual Limb Volume Changes in Transfemoral Amputees
This study quantifies residual limb volume fluctuations affecting transfemoral amputees due to the prosthesis doffing, physical activity, and testing time.
- Trial name
- NCT04709367
- Testing
- 3D optical scan
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 24 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Istituto Nazionale Assicurazione contro gli Infortuni sul Lavoro
Critical Limb Ischemia
External Compression Therapy for Secondary Prevention of Lower-Limb Loss and Cardiovascular Mortality
In this clinical research study the investigators will test the efficacy of an innovative, non-invasive methodology to reduce mortality and lower limb loss among high-risk medically-underserved patients with cardiovascular…
- Trial name
- ArtAssist (NCT02054416)
- Testing
- ArtAssist© Device
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 120 people
- Sponsor
- Temple University
Amputation
A Unique Body-Powered Terminal Device With Enhanced Grasping Capabilities for Individuals With Upper Limb Loss
We have developed a novel terminal device for a prosthetic arm that eliminates the functional tradeoffs seen in body-powered voluntary open devices.
- Trial name
- NCT07254247
- Testing
- Novel Prosthetic Hook, Control Hook (Light Spring), Control Hook (Heavy Spring)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 8 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Little Room Innovations, LLC
Lower Limb Amputation Above Knee, Lower Limb Amputation Below Knee
Pain in Trans Femoral and Trans Tibial Amputees
Phantom limb is difficult to manage and has a significant impact on the patient's quality of life. At present, the scientific evidence shows that the infusion of local anesthetics with epidural and perineural catheters in the…
- Trial name
- AMPUPHANTOM (NCT03789435)
- Testing
- Questionnaire
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 73 people
- Sponsor
- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
Transtibial Amputation
Metabolic Cost Savings for Transtibial Amputees Wearing the Controlled Energy Storage and Return (CESR) Foot
To determine if below-knee amputees will walk with better efficiency wearing a CESR foot which stores energy at heel strike and releases energy releases energy during push-off.
- Trial name
- NCT00494143
- Testing
- CESR Prosthetic Foot, typical prosthetic foot, standardized prosthetic foot
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 7 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- US Department of Veterans Affairs
Post-Amputation Pain, Phantom Limb Pain
Electrical Stimulation for the Treatment of Post-Amputation Pain Using the SPRINT System
The purpose of this study is to determine if electrical stimulation (small levels of electricity) can safely and effectively reduce post-amputation pain. This study involves a device called the SPRINT System.
- Conditions
- Post-Amputation Pain, Phantom Limb Pain, Residual Limb Pain
- Trial name
- NCT01996254
- Testing
- SPRINT Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) System
- Where
- 10 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 28 people
- Sponsor
- SPR Therapeutics, Inc.
Upper Extremity Injury, Upper Extremity Deformities, Congenital
SoftHand Comparison Study
A trial to compare the performance of the SoftHand Pro (SHP) and Ossur i-Limb in people with transradial limb loss over an 8-week period.
- Conditions
- Upper Extremity Injury, Upper Extremity Deformities, Congenital, Amputation, Traumatic, Amputation, Congenital
- Trial name
- NCT05328934
- Testing
- SoftHand Pro, Ossur i-Limb
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 36 people
- Sponsor
- Mayo Clinic
Amputation of Upper Limb
A Multicenter, Multinational, Cohort Long-term Post-market Clinical Follow-up (PMCF) of the Safety and Efficacy of the Osseoanchored Prostheses for the Rehabilitation of Amputees (OPRA) Implant System When Used for Transhumeral Implantation in Amputee Patients
This non-interventional clinical investigation is initiated for the purpose of long-term Post-Market Clinical Follow-up (PMCF) and the follow-up time of patients is expected to span from 6 months to >20 years in function.
- Trial name
- ReTHro (NCT06753110)
- Testing
- OPRA transhumeral
- Where
- 6 sites in Australia, Austria and 3 more
- Volunteers
- 70 people
- Sponsor
- Integrum
Amputees, Diabetes Complications
Heath-related Quality of Life of Diabetic Transmetatarsal Amputees and Below-knee Prosthetic Users
The present study assesses the health-related quality of life of diabetic transmetatarstal and below-knee prosthetic user. The study design is cross-sectional with a retrospective review of patient hospital records and an…
- Trial name
- NCT02445170
- Testing
- Amputation
- Where
- Finland
- Sponsor
- Helsinki University Central Hospital
Amputation
Socket Geometry and Clinical Outcomes of Manual vs Digital Sockets for Lower-limb Amputees
The most important aspect of a lower-limb prosthesis is the socket as the interface between the human and the mechanical prosthetic system.
- Trial name
- NCT06504303
- Testing
- 3D-printed socket
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 10 people
- Sponsor
- West Park Healthcare Centre
Amputation, Traumatic
Feasibility of Implantable Myoelectric Sensors to Control Upper Limb Prostheses
This study will evaluate the feasibility of using implanted myoelectric sensors (IMES) to control an electromechanical prosthetic wrist and hand.
- Trial name
- IMES (NCT01901081)
- Testing
- IMES
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 3 people
- Sponsor
- The Alfred E. Mann Foundation for Scientific Research
Transtibial Amputee, Transtibial Amputation
Feasibility Study Evaluating the Safety and Effectiveness of Magnetic Bead Tracking System When Used With a Bionic External Prosthesis
The investigation is an early feasibility study in up to 5 subjects, in which the primary objective is to capture preliminary safety and effectiveness information on the Magnetic Bead Tracking system.
- Trial name
- NCT07195461
- Testing
- Magnetic Bead Tracking System
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 3 people
- Sponsor
- MuscleMetrix, LLC
Phantom Limb Pain
Study of Phantom Limb Pain Suppression Using Neuromodulation Methods
This study assesses the effectiveness of neuromodulation in alleviating pain through the stimulation of peripheral nerves. The research involves implanting electrodes for test stimulation of peripheral nerves (PNS - Peripheral…
- Trial name
- NCT06644807
- Testing
- Motor Cortex Stimulation, Spinal cord stimulation, Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
- Where
- 2 sites in Russia
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology
Lower Extremity Amputation
Weight Loss Intervention for Individuals With Lower Extremity Amputation
The purpose of this study is to pilot test a program to help overweight and obese individuals with a lower extremity amputation (LEA) lose weight and become more physically active.
- Trial name
- MOVE-LEAP (NCT02085785)
- Testing
- Coached group, Self-directed control group, Screened only
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 15 people
- Sponsor
- VA Office of Research and Development
Amputation
Feasibility of Neural Feedback for Lower Limb Amputees
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of providing sensation of the missing limb to individuals with lower limb loss, including above and below knee amputees.
- Trial name
- NCT03409133
- Testing
- Stimulating nerve electrodes and intramuscular recording electrodes
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 15 people
- Sponsor
- Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
Unilateral Amputation of the Lower Limb
Virtual Reality Applied to the Evaluation and Rehabilitation of Locomotion - Study of Tolerance in the Lower Limb Amputee
The adaptability of the locomotor activity allows to face all the modifications of the immediate environment met in the daily activities.
- Trial name
- REVA (NCT05635799)
- Testing
- Analysis of walking on flat ground, Hospital Anxiety Disorder Questionnaire, Analysis of walking on slopes
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 70 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon
Amputations, Traumatic
Gait Evaluation of Experienced Below Knee Amputees
Post traumatic amputees with an experience of over 3 months of prosthesis use at home, without any known difficulty using the prosthesis and without stump pathology, using no assistive devices, will be examined in a 3 D…
- Trial name
- NCT00353626
- Where
- Israel
- Volunteers
- 9 people
- Sponsor
- Sheba Medical Center
Traumatic Lower Limb Amputation, Fatigue
Effect of Adding Progressive Muscle Relaxation to Physical Therapy Program on Fatigue, Mobility and Stress Among Individuals With Traumatic Lower Limb Amputation in the Gaza Strip
Lower limb amputation is a life-altering condition with profound physical and psychological consequences, including fatigue, impaired mobility, stress, and asymmetrical weight-bearing.
- Conditions
- Traumatic Lower Limb Amputation, Fatigue, Mobility Impairment, Psychological Stress
- Trial name
- PMR-AMP (NCT07139145)
- Testing
- Progressive Muscle Relaxation + Standard Physiotherapy, Standard Physiotherapy
- Where
- Palestinian Territories
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Marah Radi
Lower Limb Amputation
Walking Strategies in Usual Locomotion of Lower Limb Amputees
Amputation is a life-altering event with an immediate and obvious effect on daily life activities and quality of life. Asymmetrical movements of the lower limbs and compensatory strategies during walking are associated with an…
- Trial name
- STRAAL (NCT05420623)
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- FondationbHopale
Amputation
Comparing Intact and Residual Amputated Muscle
Lower limb amputees rely on their prosthetic to remain active and lead an independent life. In recent years, measuring residual muscle activity has been used to interpret a user's intent and thereby modulate prosthesis control.
- Trial name
- NCT06182202
- Testing
- Powered Prosthesis
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- North Carolina State University