Creating artificial fingers for women veterans with partial hand amputations
Official title: Artificial Digit Replacements for Women Veterans with Individual Digit Loss
Funded at VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System · NIH-11300927 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about creating special prosthetic fingers for women veterans who have lost part of their hands, so they can do everyday activities more easily and comfortably.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | October 1, 2018 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01RX002830-07 |
| Project ID | NIH-11300927 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women veterans who have experienced partial hand amputations and require a prosthetic solution that accommodates their specific needs.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have partial hand amputations or those who are not veterans may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing customized artificial digits specifically designed for women veterans who have experienced partial hand amputations. It addresses the unique needs of this population by creating prosthetic fingers that are appropriately sized and functional, allowing for improved daily activities. The project involves collaboration between prosthetists and occupational therapists to ensure that each veteran receives a personalized solution that enhances their quality of life. The research aims to overcome the limitations of existing prosthetic options that often do not meet the specific requirements of female patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide women veterans with more effective and tailored prosthetic options, significantly improving their daily functioning and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in prosthetic development has shown promise, particularly in creating customized solutions for amputees, indicating that this approach could lead to successful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System
Aurora, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Weir, Richard Fergus Ffrench — VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Weir, Richard Fergus Ffrench
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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.