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Evaluation of a myoelectric hand prosthesis for children with a below-elbow absence
Prosthetics and Orthotics International
|December 1, 1985
Insights
This study evaluated a myoelectric hand prosthesis for young children. The multicentre trial found the device effective and technically efficient for pediatric use.
Area of Science:
- * Pediatric rehabilitation engineering
- * Biomedical device evaluation
- * Clinical prosthetics research
Background:
- * Traditional prosthetic options for children often have limitations in functionality and cosmesis.
- * Advances in myoelectric control offer potential for improved upper limb prostheses in pediatric populations.
- * A need exists to clinically validate new prosthetic technologies for young users.
Purpose of the Study:
- * To assess the clinical effectiveness and user acceptance of a myoelectric hand prosthesis in young children.
- * To evaluate the technical performance and reliability of the device in a real-world setting.
- * To gather data for future improvements in pediatric myoelectric prostheses.
Main Methods:
- * A multicentre clinical trial conducted across three sites in the United Kingdom.
- * Inclusion of 87 pediatric participants using the myoelectric hand prosthesis.
- * Data collection over a 2-year and 9-month trial period.
Main Results:
- * The myoelectric hand prosthesis demonstrated effectiveness as a functional device for children.
- * User acceptance and technical efficiency were key positive outcomes.
- * Data provided insights into device performance and user interaction in pediatric cases.
Conclusions:
- * The myoelectric hand prosthesis is a viable and acceptable option for young children requiring upper limb prosthetics.
- * The trial confirmed the technical efficiency of the device in a pediatric cohort.
- * Findings support further development and integration of myoelectric prosthetics in pediatric care.
Abstract:
A clinical evaluation of a myoelectric hand prosthesis was carried out within a multicentre trial in three centres in the United Kingdom. The aim was to assess its effectiveness as an acceptable device for young children and to evaluate its technical efficiency. The trial ran for 2 3/4 years and included 87 children. The methodology used and the results obtained are presented with indications towards future developments.