Development of a Collapsible Folding Manual Wheelchair

Completed · Phase 2

Conditions studied: Wheelchair Users

In brief

The purpose of this research study is to evaluate the Endeavor, a compact, forward-folding, ultralight manual wheelchair that incorporates small "swing-down" wheels for navigation in confined areas. This enables access to narrow environments such as those encountered in offices, restrooms, and transportation settings. When using the small access wheels, the wheelchair also fits down the aisle of airplanes and collapses to be stowed in the overhead compartment. It is anticipated that the Endeavor will maximize mobility; increase access to confined areas; and ease the demands of travel for people with disabilities.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT00283296

Run by

VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

People needed

14

Starts

2004-01-01

Expected to finish

2011-04-01

Last updated by the study team

2015-01-06

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Use a manual wheelchair as a primary means of mobility.
• Male and females over the age of 18.
• The ability to adequately fit in a wheelchair with a 16" seat width.
• A minimum of 6 months experience using a manual wheelchair as primary means of mobility.
• Able to transfer independently.
• Drive own vehicle from vehicle seat.

You may not qualify if…

• Active pressure sores as reported by subject.
• History of traumatic upper extremity injury that would prevent you from folding, lifting and storing a manual wheelchair.

Where it is running

• Human Engineering Research Laboratories — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

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