Establishing the Preliminary Utility of a Novel Pediatric Manual Mobile Standing Wheelchair
Optimal Mobility, Inc
Summary
To establish the preliminary utility of a novel pediatric manual mobile standing wheelchair (PedMMSWC).
Eligibility
- Age range
- 8–17 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * 8 - 17 years old * Primarily use a manual wheelchair for daily mobility * Are actively enrolled in a standing program * Fit the height and weight requirements of the PedMMSWC * Can follow simple verbal instructions * Are able to speak and read in English Exclusion Criteria: * Have insufficient trunk control to maneuver in seated and standing positions * Have lower limb contracture which would preclude standing * Have had orthopedic surgery within the last twelve months * Have pressure injuries at the location where the PedMMSWC interfaces * Have insufficient fine motor…
Interventions
- DevicePedMMSWC Wheelchair User Testing
The PedMMSWC standing wheelchair prototype will be tested and compared with a standing frame during Experiment 1: In-Lab Testing.
- DevicePedMMSWC Simulated Home, School, Community Environment
The PedMMSWC standing wheelchair will be tested in a simulated home, school, and community environment. Participants will be given assigned tasks and be scored on completion of activities.
Location
- Gillette Children's Specialty HealthcareSaint Paul, Minnesota