Identify the Prosthesis Users' Necessities Concerning Their Devices.
Launched by FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF ESPIRITO SANTO · Nov 9, 2023
Trial Information
Current as of August 25, 2025
Enrolling by invitation
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that around 1.3 billion people experience significant disability. One of the actual challenges is facilitating and breaking the barriers of persons with disabilities. Assistance technology supports inclusion and participation, principally for people with disabilities.
In Brazil, the DATASUS estimated that around 57802 amputations (one kind of disability) were performed in 2022. Prostheses are assistive devices that aim to mitigate the psychological impact of missing a member and help in activities of daily life (ADL). One kind of prosthesis is ...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Prosthesis users with at least 6 months of device use.
- • Therapists with experience in working with amputees.
- • Relatives of the prosthesis users.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • -
About Federal University Of Espirito Santo
The Federal University of Espírito Santo (UFES) is a prominent academic institution in Brazil, dedicated to advancing knowledge through research, education, and community engagement. With a commitment to excellence in various fields, UFES plays a vital role in the development of innovative clinical trials that address critical health challenges. The university fosters interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, healthcare professionals, and students, aiming to enhance clinical practices and improve patient outcomes. Through its rigorous scientific approach and ethical standards, UFES is a trusted sponsor of clinical trials that contribute to the advancement of medical science and public health.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Vila Velha, Espirito Santo, Brazil
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported