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

MyHand-SCI: A Wearable Robotic Hand Orthosis for C6-C7 Spinal Cord Injury

Who can join

Ages 18 and older · All sexes · Healthy volunteers welcome

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

About the study

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.

What is being tested

• Testing of MyHand-SCI Device (device)

Sponsor: Columbia University · Participants: 40 · Started: Oct 4, 2022

Contact the study team

• Lauren Winterbottom, EdD · Phone: 212-305-6722
• Joel Stein, MD · Phone: 212-305-4818

Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT05553457

Locations in the U.S.

Conditions

• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Quadriplegia

From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 30, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.