A Comparison of Myoelectric and Bionic Hands

January 9, 2026 updated by: Güllü Aydın Yağcıoğlu, Gulhane School of Medicine

Myoelectric and Bionic Hands in Upper Limb Amputations: A Comparison of Body Image, Function and User Satisfaction

This observational study aims to compare myoelectric and bionic hands in terms of upper extremity function, body image and satisfaction.

The main questions it aims to answer are:

- Does upper extremity function differ between bionic and myoelectric hands?

The main questions it aims to answer are:

Does upper extremity function differ between bionic and myoelectric hands?

Study Overview

Status

Recruiting

Conditions

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Estimated)

20

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Contact

Study Locations

  • Turkey (Türkiye)
    • Keçiören
      • Ankara, Keçiören, Turkey (Türkiye), 06010
        • Recruiting
        • University of Health Sciences Gülhane Faculty of Health Sciences
        • Contact:

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Sampling Method

Probability Sample

Study Population

The study included individuals aged 8-65 who had undergone upper limb amputation.

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Aged 18 to 65 years
  • Individuals with unilateral upper limb amputation
  • Regular use of a prosthetic device for at least 6 months
  • Use of a semi-electronic elbow joint prosthetic component
  • Ability to understand and complete study assessments

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Presence of bilateral or multiple limb amputations
  • Proximal upper limb amputation at the shoulder level or above
  • Coexisting neurological or orthopedic disorders that may affect upper limb function or study outcomes

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

Cohorts and Interventions

Group / Cohort
Bionic Prosthetic Hand Group
Participants use advanced myoelectric prosthetic hands with multi-articulating structures and enhanced control features designed to improve functional performance.These devices are designed to enhance hand function, dexterity, and user interaction beyond conventional myoelectric control.
Myoelectric Prosthetic Hand Group
Participants in this group are individuals with upper limb amputation who use a myoelectric prosthetic hand controlled by surface electromyographic signals from residual limb muscles. These devices provide electrically powered hand movement and basic grasp functions without advanced bionic or sensor-integrated features.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Upper Limb Functionol Index-15
Time Frame: Baseline
The Upper Limb Functional Index-15 (ULFI-15) is a 15-item patient-reported outcome measure used to assess functional limitations related to the upper extremity. It evaluates difficulties in daily activities, movement, and functional performance of the upper limb. Higher scores indicate greater functional limitation.
Baseline
Amputee Body Image Scale
Time Frame: Baseline
The Amputee Body Image Scale (ABIS) is a self-reported questionnaire designed to assess body image perception and body-related concerns in individuals with limb amputation. It measures the psychological impact of amputation on body image, with higher scores reflecting greater body image disturbance.
Baseline
Orthotics and Prosthetics Users' Survey
Time Frame: Baseline
The Orthotics and Prosthetics Users' Survey (OPUS) is a validated patient-reported outcome measure used to evaluate functional status, satisfaction, and quality of life in individuals using orthotic or prosthetic devices. It assesses the user's perceived functional ability and satisfaction with their prosthetic device and related services.
Baseline

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Gulhane School of Medicine

Publications and helpful links

The person responsible for entering information about the study voluntarily provides these publications. These may be about anything related to the study.

General Publications

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

November 1, 2025

Primary Completion (Estimated)

February 15, 2026

Study Completion (Estimated)

March 15, 2026

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

January 9, 2026

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

January 9, 2026

First Posted (Estimated)

January 16, 2026

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimated)

January 16, 2026

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

January 9, 2026

Last Verified

November 1, 2025

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Other Study ID Numbers

  • O&P

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

NO

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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