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

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18+
SponsorColumbia University

About this trial

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.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

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

Disqualifiers

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

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Testing of MyHand-SCI Device

Treatment groups

40 Participants
are divided into 1 treatment group

Sponsors and collaborators

Columbia University

Lead sponsor

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)

Collaborator