The Influence of 3D Printed Prostheses on Neural Activation Patterns
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
The neural basis underlying motor performance in children using a prosthesis has been severely understudied resulting in minimal empirical evidence. The use of functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) in conjunction with customized and visually appealing 3D printed prostheses would provide the unique opportunity to quantitatively assess the influence of upper-limb prostheses in the neural activation patterns of the primary motor cortex and motor performance of children. This information would increase the investigators limited knowledge of how prosthesis usage influences the primary motor cortex of growing children and use this information to develop rehabilitation programs aimed at reducing prosthesis rejection and abandonment.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 3-18 years. * Individuals missing any digits, hand, arm, shoulder. * Any dysfunction of the upper limbs. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants who are outside of age range. * Participants with upper extremity injury within the past month. * Medical conditions which would be contraindications to wear a prosthetic or assistive device, Such as skin abrasions and musculoskeletal injuries in the upper limbs.