Using a mobile manual standing wheelchair to improve mobility and health outcomes
Impact of Mobile Manual Standing Wheelchair on Standing Dosage and Utility
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · MINNEAPOLIS VA MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-10938024
This study is testing a new mobile standing wheelchair that helps veterans with spinal cord injuries move around more easily and stand up, so they can enjoy daily activities and feel more independent.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MINNEAPOLIS VA MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10938024 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates a new mobile manual standing wheelchair designed to enhance the mobility and utility of individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI). The wheelchair allows users to stand and move easily in both seated and standing positions, promoting independence and facilitating participation in daily activities. The study aims to evaluate how this device can improve health outcomes by increasing standing time and enabling users to engage more fully in their environments. Participants will be veterans who can trial the device and provide feedback on its functionality and impact on their daily lives.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans with spinal cord injuries who require mobility assistance and are looking for ways to improve their standing and functional capabilities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have spinal cord injuries or those who are unable to use a wheelchair may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries by enhancing their mobility and encouraging greater participation in daily activities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using mobility devices to enhance the quality of life for individuals with mobility impairments, suggesting that this approach could be beneficial.
Where this research is happening
MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES
- MINNEAPOLIS VA MEDICAL CENTER — MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HANSEN, ANDREW H. — MINNEAPOLIS VA MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: HANSEN, ANDREW H.
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.