Bed scale could help wheelchair users shed pounds
NCT ID NCT07141342
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Summary
This study tests a special bed scale that automatically weighs wheelchair users when they get in and out of bed. The goal is to help them lose weight by providing daily feedback, combined with a lifestyle program. About 92 adults who use wheelchairs and are overweight or obese will participate for 12 months.
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University of Pittsburgh, Bakery Square, Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Fast In-Bed Tracking (FIT) System bed scale and Group Lifestyle Balance Adapted for Individuals with Impaired Mobility (GLB-AIM) behavioral program
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a convenient way for wheelchair users to track their weight daily, helping them lose weight and reduce obesity-related health risks.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with 92 participants, so results may not apply to all wheelchair users. The device only works for those who transfer in and out of bed, and weight loss success depends on user adherence.
Conditions
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