Improving techniques for caregivers who assist with transfers
Biomechanical validation of the Caregiver Assisted Transfer Technique Instrument
This study is all about helping family members and friends who care for Veterans by creating a tool that teaches them safer ways to assist with moving their loved ones, making sure everyone stays safe and healthy during the process.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10974468 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the safety and effectiveness of assisted transfers performed by informal caregivers of Veterans. It aims to develop and validate a tool called the Caregiver Assisted Transfer Technique Instrument (CATT), which objectively evaluates the transfer techniques used by caregivers. The study will assess the reliability and validity of the CATT and provide individualized training to caregivers based on their performance. By improving caregiver techniques, the research seeks to reduce the risk of injury for both caregivers and care recipients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include informal caregivers of Veterans who assist with transfers for individuals with physical disabilities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require assistance with transfers or those who are not informal caregivers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer transfer practices, reducing injuries among caregivers and improving the quality of care for individuals with disabilities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using objective assessment tools to improve caregiver techniques, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- Veterans Health Administration — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Koontz, Alicia M. — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Koontz, Alicia M.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.