Comparing the effects of different prosthesis types on the rubber hand illusion in amputees
Incorporation de prothèses Chez Les Patients amputés de Membre supérieur à l'IRMA
NA · Institut Robert Merle d'aubigné · NCT05931198
This study is testing how different types of prosthetic arms affect the rubber hand illusion in people who have lost an arm.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Institut Robert Merle d'aubigné (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Valenton) |
| Trial ID | NCT05931198 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate how different types of prostheses (aesthetic, mechanical, myoelectric) influence the strength of the rubber hand illusion in patients with upper limb amputations. Participants will experience the illusion in both synchronous and asynchronous conditions while providing feedback through questionnaires. The study will utilize a within-subjects design, allowing each participant to serve as their own control by comparing their experiences with different prosthetic types.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals with at least one upper limb amputation who can provide informed consent.
Not a fit: Patients with severe neurological, visual, or musculoskeletal impairments, or those with serious psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the design and functionality of prostheses, leading to improved psychological and sensory integration for amputees.
How similar studies have performed: While the rubber hand illusion has been studied in various contexts, this specific comparison of prosthesis types is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * At least one upper limb amputation * Informed and consented to participate to the study Exclusion Criteria: * having a history of severe neurological, visual or musculoskeletal impairments (other than the loss of a limb) * with severe serious psychiatric disorders (e.g. schizophrenia) * having problems understanding French in order to guarantee a good understanding of the questionnaires * under guardianship or curatorship
Where this trial is running
Valenton
- Institut Robert Merle d'Aubigné — Valenton, France (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Anton KANIEWSKI, Master
- Email: a.kaniewski@irma-valenton.fr
- Phone: +33 1 45 10 80 97
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Appropriate Affect