The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2019 · DOI: 10.1080/10790268.2019.1570437 · Published: January 1, 2019
This study focuses on the development and testing of a mobile app called CMAP, designed to help Veterans with spinal cord injuries prevent pressure injuries. The app uses a pressure mat in the wheelchair that sends real-time pressure information to a smartphone, providing feedback to the user. The research involved multiple stages, including gathering feedback from Veterans to improve the app's design and testing its feasibility and usability in their homes.
The CMAP system offers real-time visual feedback to compensate for reduced sensation, potentially preventing pressure injuries.
The system facilitates potential remote monitoring of seating needs, limiting unnecessary medical visits.
Future development should focus on understanding specific user needs, addressing hardware challenges based on user feedback, and testing with diverse populations.