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

Columbia University · with National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) · NCT05553457

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Key facts

Compensation
Not posted. Ask the study team before screening.
Who can join
Ages 18+ · All sexes
Healthy volunteers
Accepted
Study type
Interventional · Not applicable
Target enrollment
40
US sites recruiting
1
Study start
October 4, 2022
Record last updated
October 5, 2026

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What the study is about

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.

Being studied: Testing of MyHand-SCI Device

Conditions: Spinal Cord Injuries; Tetraplegia

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion 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

Exclusion Criteria

  • 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

Recruiting US locations

  • Columbia University Irving Medical Center

    New York, NY 10032

    Site contact: Lauren Winterbottom, EdD · 212-305-6722 · lbw2136@cumc.columbia.edu

Study contacts (from the official record)

  • Lauren Winterbottom, EdD · 212-305-6722 · lbw2136@cumc.columbia.edu
  • Joel Stein, MD · 212-305-4818
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