A Study to Assess Upper Extremity Function Using a Powered Exoskeleton
Overview
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Study type
ObservationalDescribes the nature of a clinical study. Types include:
- Observational study — observes people and measures outcomes without affecting results.
- Interventional study (clinical trial) — studies new tests, treatments, drugs, surgical procedures or devices.
- Medical records research — uses historical information collected from medical records of large groups of people to study how diseases progress and which treatments and surgeries work best.
Study IDs
Site IRB
- Rochester, Minnesota: 20-006849
About this study
The goal of the proposed study is to develop and validate a myoelectrically-controlled power-assist upper extremity exoskeleton (powered exoskeleton) to assist with upper extremity motion in patients with traumatic peripheral nerve injuries who have inadequate motor function.
Participation eligibility
Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Age 18-65 years.
- Patients with injuries resulting in loss of elbow flexion, in particular a traumatic brachial plexus injury.
- Functional passive range of motion of the involved upper extremity.
- Able to follow simple directions.
- Willingness to participate in the study.
- No restriction will be placed on gender, race, or ethnicity.
Exclusion Criteria:
- Under 18 and over 65 years of age.
- Closed head injury with resultant inability to follow commands.
- Soft tissue or skeletal injuries which preclude use of an orthosis.
- Non-functional passive range of motion.
- Neuropathic pain which prevents use of a powered exoskeleton.
- Unwillingness or inability to comply with test procedures.
Participating Mayo Clinic locations
Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.
| Mayo Clinic Location |
Status |
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Rochester, Minn.
Mayo Clinic principal investigator Kenton Kaufman, Ph.D. |
Closed for enrollment |
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