N/A
Completed N=10
Hand Function for Tetraplegia
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT00890916 ↗Enrolled (actual)
10
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
Feb 2017
Primary outcomePrimary: Grasp Release Test - Test of Functional Ability to Pick up and Move Objects — 2; 5.5 Number of Completions
Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of an implanted stimulator for providing hand function to individuals with cervical level spinal cord injury. The device stimulates the paralyzed muscles of the hand and forearm. The user of the device controls the stimulation by moving muscles that are not paralyzed, such as a wrist or neck muscle. The ability of the user to pick up and move objects, as well as perform various activities such as eating, drinking, and writing.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Grasp Release Test - Test of Functional Ability to Pick up and Move Objects |
2; 5.5 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- cervical level spinal cord injury;
- complete paralysis of fingers and thumbs;
- voluntary shoulder motion;
- electrically excitable forearm and hand musculature
Exclusion Criteria
- extreme contractures of the joints;
- skeletal immaturity;
- extensive denervation in the forearm and hand;
- poor surgical risk
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT00890916). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.