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MyHand-SCI: An Active Hand Orthosis for Spinal Cord Injury

Description

The purpose of this study is to develop and test the hardware and software components of the MyHand-SCI device to assist with hand function for individuals with C6-C7 spinal cord injury.

Conditions

Spinal Cord InjuriesTetraplegia
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Spinal Cord InjuriesTetraplegia

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Study Details

Study overview

The purpose of this study is to develop and test the hardware and software components of the MyHand-SCI device to assist with hand function for individuals with C6-C7 spinal cord injury.

MyHand-SCI: A Wearable Robotic Hand Orthosis for C6-C7 Spinal Cord Injury

MyHand-SCI: An Active Hand Orthosis for Spinal Cord Injury

Condition
Spinal Cord Injuries
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

New York

Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, New York, United States, 10032

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

For general information about clinical research, read Learn About Studies.

Eligibility Criteria

  • * Individuals with C6-C7 spinal cord injury, at least 6-months post-injury with impaired upper limb function
  • * Substantially reduced motor control and strength below the level of their SCI with regard to hand and finger function
  • * Able to provide informed consent
  • * Fixed upper limb contractures that limit functional use of the hand and arm or ability to use the device
  • * Severe spasticity (modified Ashworth \>2) at elbow, wrist, or fingers
  • * Any open wounds or unusual skin fragility
  • * Persistent severe pain in their upper limb

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

Columbia University,

Joel Stein, MD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Columbia University

Study Record Dates

2027-09-01