A Comparison of Myoelectric and Bionic Hands

NCT ID: NCT07347561

Last Updated: 2026-01-16

Study Results

Results pending

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

RECRUITING

Total Enrollment

20 participants

Study Classification

OBSERVATIONAL

Study Start Date

2025-11-01

Study Completion Date

2026-03-15

Brief Summary

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This observational study aims to compare myoelectric and bionic hands in terms of upper extremity function, body image and satisfaction.

The main questions it aims to answer are:

\- Does upper extremity function differ between bionic and myoelectric hands?

The main questions it aims to answer are:

Does upper extremity function differ between bionic and myoelectric hands?

Detailed Description

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Conditions

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Amputation Upper Limb Amputation Prosthesis

Study Design

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Observational Model Type

COHORT

Study Time Perspective

CROSS_SECTIONAL

Study Groups

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Bionic Prosthetic Hand Group

Participants use advanced myoelectric prosthetic hands with multi-articulating structures and enhanced control features designed to improve functional performance.These devices are designed to enhance hand function, dexterity, and user interaction beyond conventional myoelectric control.

No interventions assigned to this group

Myoelectric Prosthetic Hand Group

Participants in this group are individuals with upper limb amputation who use a myoelectric prosthetic hand controlled by surface electromyographic signals from residual limb muscles. These devices provide electrically powered hand movement and basic grasp functions without advanced bionic or sensor-integrated features.

No interventions assigned to this group

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Aged 18 to 65 years
* Individuals with unilateral upper limb amputation
* Regular use of a prosthetic device for at least 6 months
* Use of a semi-electronic elbow joint prosthetic component
* Ability to understand and complete study assessments

Exclusion Criteria

* Presence of bilateral or multiple limb amputations
* Proximal upper limb amputation at the shoulder level or above
* Coexisting neurological or orthopedic disorders that may affect upper limb function or study outcomes
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

65 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sponsors

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Gulhane School of Medicine

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Güllü Aydın Yağcıoğlu

Asst. Prof

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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University of Health Sciences Gülhane Faculty of Health Sciences

Ankara, Keçiören, Turkey (Türkiye)

Site Status RECRUITING

Countries

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Turkey (Türkiye)

Central Contacts

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Güllü AYDIN YAĞCIOĞLU, Asst. Prof

Role: CONTACT

+905536140823

Facility Contacts

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Güllü Yağcıoğlu

Role: primary

05536140823

References

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Carey SL, Lura DJ, Highsmith MJ; CP; FAAOP. Differences in myoelectric and body-powered upper-limb prostheses: Systematic literature review. J Rehabil Res Dev. 2015;52(3):247-62. doi: 10.1682/JRRD.2014.08.0192.

Reference Type RESULT
PMID: 26230500 (View on PubMed)

Kannenberg, A., Lundstrom, R., Hibler, K. D., & Johnson, S. S. (2023). Differences in two multiarticulating myoelectric hands for facilitating activities of daily living in individuals with transradial amputation: a cross-sectional study. JPO: Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics, 35(1), 38-43.

Reference Type RESULT

Other Identifiers

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O&P

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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