A new device for repairing damaged nerves without stitches
Commercialization Readiness for Nerve Tape: a nerve repair coaptation aid
This study is testing a new device called Nerve Tape®, which helps doctors quickly and easily fix damaged nerves without stitches, making it a great option for people dealing with nerve injuries that can cause pain or paralysis.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Biocircuit Technologies, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11255208 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on the development and commercialization of Nerve Tape®, a device designed for sutureless nerve repair. Nerve injuries can lead to significant issues such as paralysis and chronic pain, and traditional repair methods are complex and time-consuming. Nerve Tape offers a simpler alternative by using microscale hooks to securely hold the ends of a severed nerve together, allowing for easier application and potentially better repair outcomes. The research involves validating the device with new materials and preparing for regulatory approval to ensure it can be safely used in clinical settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced nerve injuries that require surgical repair.
Not a fit: Patients with nerve injuries that are not amenable to surgical repair or those who do not require surgical intervention may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a more efficient and effective method for nerve repair, reducing recovery time and improving outcomes for patients with nerve injuries.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of using a sutureless device for nerve repair is innovative, similar technologies have shown promise in preliminary studies, indicating potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Biocircuit Technologies, INC. — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clements, Isaac Perry — Biocircuit Technologies, INC.
- Study coordinator: Clements, Isaac Perry
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.