RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT04063592

AMI Construction in Lower Extremity Residual Limbs

A Novel Approach to Lower Extremity Residual Limb Revision to Augment Volitional Motor Control, Restore Proprioception and Reverse Limb Atrophy

Sponsor

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Enrollment

26 participants

Start Date

Feb 24, 2020

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Amputation

Summary

This study will involve the development of a novel approach to lower extremity residual limb surgical revision that offers the promise of augmenting volitional motor control, restore proprioception and reverse atrophy

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Inclusion Criteria9

Between the ages of 18-65
Has already undergone a standard AKA or BKA procedure
Suffers from symptoms such as:
Intractable pain
Deterioration of skin on or around stump
Suffering from other sources of discomfort arising from stump
Intact inherent wound healing
Adequate communication skills
High motivation

Exclusion Criteria6

Inadequate health to undergo operative procedure using standard anesthesia (i.e. cardiopulmonary)
Individuals with impaired wound healing
Individuals suffering from extensive peripheral neuropathies
Active smokers
Individuals with a history of poor compliance
Women who are pregnant or plan to become pregnant before surgical intervention