A Comparison of Myoelectric and Bionic Hands

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Conditions studied: Amputation, Upper Limb Amputation, Prosthesis

In brief

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?

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07347561

Run by

Gulhane School of Medicine

People needed

20

Starts

2025-11-01

Expected to finish

2026-03-15

Last updated by the study team

2026-01-16

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 65. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• 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

You may not qualify if…

• 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

Where it is running

• University of Health Sciences Gülhane Faculty of Health Sciences — Ankara, Keçiören, Turkey (Türkiye) (enrolling)

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