Current Projects – Berke – Prosthetics & Orthotics

We currently have several projects underway and need volunteers to participate!

Our current projects and the status are:

1) A CDMRP funded study on the effectiveness of a new technology for myoelectric prosthetic users. We are at the end stage of IRB approval and will be recruiting subjects that meet all the following criteria:

between age of 18 and 99
a below elbow amputation
currently use a myoelectric prosthesis;

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2) An IRB-approved student study evaluating in socket pressures for a trans tibial prosthesis. Recruitment to begin in late April;

3) A study on the efficacy of treatment of “stump” pain with topical oils. This project is currently awaiting IRB approval. Subject recruitment scheduled to begin mid-July.

For further information, please contact us.

COVID-19 Status Update

Thank you for your patience during these unusual times. We will be open for limited appointments during this time. Your safety comes first and therefore we will schedule appointment times that allow for appropriate social distancing and cleaning following each visit.

Please call our office at 650-570-5861 for an appointment.

Please remember that if you have fever, cough or cold, it is important for the health and safety of our staff and others that you please reschedule your appointment.