Do you have a lower-limb amputation? Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are recruiting subjects to perform simple experiments to understand reorganization in brain and spinal circuits post-amputation. Study participation will include 2-3 visits, each visit lasting up to four (2-4) hours. Compensation is provided.
What you’ll do
Study participation will include 2-3 visits, each visit lasting up to four (2-4) hours. Experiments will be conducted in Mercy Pavilion and UPMC Presby. The study involves completing a simple questionnaire and experiments designed to provide a comparison for data collected from people using neuroprosthetic devices. This will include MRI and MEG scans while performing simple leg movements.
Who the researchers are looking for
Do you have a lower-limb amputation? Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are recruiting subjects to perform simple experiments to understand reorganization in brain and spinal circuits post-amputation. Study participation will include 2-3 visits, each visit lasting up to four (2-4) hours. Compensation is provided.
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