Reconstructing limbs to improve movement and function
Compliant Limb Reconstruction: Co-engineering Body and Machine to Revolutionize Limb Salvage
This study is exploring new ways to help people who have lost the use of their limbs due to injury or illness by creating bionic solutions that work smoothly with the body, aiming to improve movement and reduce pain for those affected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10473072 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop innovative methods for reconstructing limbs that have lost their function due to injury or disease. By integrating surgical techniques with mechanical design, the project focuses on creating bionic solutions that work in harmony with the body's natural structures. The approach, known as anatomics, emphasizes the importance of compliant (flexible) structures in the body, particularly joints, to restore healthy movement. Patients suffering from limb pathology may benefit from new treatments that enhance their quality of life and reduce pain.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced limb injuries or diseases that impair their movement and function.
Not a fit: Patients with fully functional limbs or those who have already undergone successful limb reconstruction may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to advanced treatments that restore mobility and reduce pain for patients with limb dysfunction.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in the field of bionics and limb reconstruction has shown promising results, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clites, Tyler R — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Clites, Tyler R
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.