Improving daily activities for transradial amputees using a new prosthetic hand
Toward use of the synergy-based SoftHand Pro for activities of daily living by transradial amputees: A multi-site clinical trial
This study is looking for people who have lost a hand to try out a new prosthetic called the SoftHand Pro, which aims to make everyday tasks like eating and using tools easier and more natural.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Arizona State University-Tempe Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tempe, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10895960 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the quality of life for individuals who have lost their hands by testing a novel prosthetic device called the SoftHand Pro. The study aims to evaluate how effectively this device can help transradial amputees perform daily tasks such as self-feeding and tool use. Participants will engage in a multi-site clinical trial where their ability to use the prosthetic hand will be assessed through various functional tasks. The approach combines advanced robotics and myoelectric control to create a more intuitive and functional prosthetic solution.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have experienced transradial amputation.
Not a fit: Patients who have not undergone transradial amputation or those with other types of limb loss may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the independence and daily functioning of transradial amputees.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using robotic technologies for prosthetics, suggesting that this approach could lead to meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
Tempe, United States
- Arizona State University-Tempe Campus — Tempe, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Santello, Marco — Arizona State University-Tempe Campus
- Study coordinator: Santello, Marco
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.