Browse the latest research summaries in the field of assistive technology for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2022 • July 1, 2022
This study investigated the prevalence of shoulder pathologies in manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injury using MRI. The results showed a high prevalence of tendinopathy and partial-thickness ...
KEY FINDING: The prevalence of any tendinopathy across the rotator cuff and the long head of biceps tendon was 98%.
Asian Spine Journal, 2021 • November 1, 2021
The study is a single-blind, randomized controlled trial designed to assess the efficacy of electrical stimulation-augmented virtual reality (VR) training on balance, muscle strength, functional mobil...
KEY FINDING: The trial aims to provide new knowledge regarding the effectiveness of electrical stimulation-augmented virtual reality training for balance improvement in iSCI patients.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2022 • January 1, 2021
This systematic review assessed assistive technologies for restoring upper limb function in people with cervical SCI, focusing on devices that interface with the upper limbs and the outcome measures u...
KEY FINDING: Assistive technologies, including neuroprostheses, orthotics, hybrid systems, robots, and arm supports, can improve upper limb function in individuals with cervical SCI.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2022 • July 1, 2022
This pilot study aimed to develop a trunk control device for individuals with spinal cord injuries, focusing on improving functional reach and pressure relief. The study employed a user-centered desig...
KEY FINDING: The trunk control device increased bimanual workspace by 311% in one participant.
Arch Phys Med Rehabil, 2022 • April 1, 2022
Wheelchair repairs significantly impact over 50% of wheelchair users with spinal cord injury, resulting in substantial financial and personal costs. High repair rates limit participation inside and ou...
KEY FINDING: Over half of the participants (56%) reported needing wheelchair repairs in the past 6 months.
Arch Phys Med Rehabil, 2022 • April 1, 2022
This study evaluated the effectiveness of a remote train-the-trainer model for wheelchair skills training, focusing on improving both trainer confidence and trainee capacity and confidence. The result...
KEY FINDING: Trainer confidence significantly increased for assessment and training after the remote training program.
Arch Phys Med Rehabil, 2022 • April 1, 2022
This study evaluated the effectiveness of a web-based transfer training program for wheelchair users with spinal cord injury or disorder. Participants were randomized into an immediate intervention gr...
KEY FINDING: The immediate intervention group (IIG) significantly increased their baseline TAI-Q score from 6.91±0.98 to 7.79±1.12 (p<0.001) by 1-month post-training.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2023 • March 1, 2023
This case series investigated the experiences of individuals with SCI who used alternative adjustable bed systems at home instead of standard hospital beds. The study aimed to inform clinicians’ equip...
KEY FINDING: Participants preferred alternative adjustable beds due to their larger size and the desire to share a bed with a significant other, which was not feasible with smaller hospital beds.
Arch Phys Med Rehabil, 2022 • April 1, 2022
Group wheelchair maintenance training was effective at improving capacity and performance of wheelchair maintenance for MWC and PWC users. This effect was sustained 6-months and 1-year after training....
KEY FINDING: Group wheelchair skills training is effective at improving capacity to complete maintenance and performance of maintenance activities for MWC and PWC users
International Medical Case Reports Journal, 2021 • January 1, 2021
This case report describes the improvement in walking ability in a patient with chronic incomplete tetraplegic SCI following HAL gait training. HAL gait training improved gait speed, step length, cade...
KEY FINDING: The patient's gait speed significantly improved from 0.12 m/sec to 0.45 m/sec after HAL training.