MyHand 2: An Active Hand Orthosis for Stroke Patients
Recruiting
Who can join
Ages 18 and older · All sexes
Full eligibility criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults over 18 years old * History of stroke(s) with most recent stroke at least six months ago * Upper extremity weakness with impaired ability to complete daily activities with affected hand * Full passive range of motion in all digits * Intact cognition to follow directions * Gross control of proximal upper extremity musculature Exclusion Criteria: * Other neurological conditions besides stroke * Other orthopedic conditions to affected upper extremity * Significant spasticity in affected upper extremity that impairs device fit
About the study
This study is designed to further develop and test the hardware and software components of the MyHand device based on user feedback and results from our pilot study. The goal is to refine the device so that is more effective and easier for stroke patients to use to increase their hand function.
What is being tested
- MyHand Device (device)
Sponsor: Columbia University · Participants: 60 · Started: Mar 6, 2020
Contact the study team
- Carley Teachout, MS · Phone: 212-305-6722
- Joel Stein, MD · Phone: 212-305-4818
Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT04436042
Locations in the U.S.
| New York | Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York |
Conditions
From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 30, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.