Relationship between how much of the arm is missing and balance, neck/back pain, daily activities, and reaction time in people with a unilateral upper limb amputation

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study analyzes how the percentage of unilateral upper limb amputation relates to functional outcomes such as postural control, pain, daily living activities, hand dexterity, and reaction time. Participants aged 18–65 who wear a myoelectric or bionic prosthesis for at least a year will undergo non‑invasive assessments in a single session, including force‑platform postural measurements, posture analysis, pain rating, a daily activities questionnaire, the Box and Block Test for dexterity, and a reaction‑time task. No interventions or treatments are given; results will describe associations rather than cause and effect. The study is conducted at Hacettepe University in Ankara, under the lead sponsor and with no listed collaborators.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults aged 18-65 years
* Unilateral upper limb amputation
* Use of a myoelectric or bionic prosthesis for at least 1 year
* Current prosthesis use for a minimum of 3 months

Exclusion Criteria:

* Bilateral upper limb amputation
* Additional amputation of another limb
* Use of passive or cosmetic prosthesis
* Presence of neurological or other significant orthopedic disorders unrelated to amputation

Where it's running

• Hacettepe university
  Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: ASLI BEBEK, MSc
• Email: aslisabanci97@gmail.com
• Phone: +905364037230

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.