A Study of Upper Extremity Motion Strategies for Activities of Daily Living in Patients who have had Brachial Plexus Reconstruction
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: 17-001144
Sponsor Protocol Number: 17-001144
About this study
The purpose of this study is to measure the joint angles and range of motion for daily activities in adults who have had brachial plexus reconstruction surgery. Results from this study can help to improve the surgical planning for restoration of upper extremity function. There is also potential for results from this study to aid in the design of assistive upper extremity orthotic devices.
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
- Additional inclusion criteria for post-surgical group
- At least 1.5 years post-successful brachial plexus reconstruction
- Additional inclusion criteria for powered orthosis group: at least 6 months using the orthosis
Exclusion Criteria
- Control Subjects
- Previous injury of surgery to the neck, back, shoulder, elbow, or wrist
- Any neuromusculoskeletal disorder that could negatively influence participation in the study
- Restricted range of motion
- Muscle weakness
- 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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