Smartwatch coaching boosts activity in spinal cord injury patients

NCT ID NCT05317832

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests a smartwatch-based system that gives real-time tips and reminders to help people with spinal cord injury increase their physical activity. About 196 adults who use wheelchairs will be split into two groups: one gets a standard web-based exercise program, and the other gets that program plus the smartwatch coaching. The goal is to see if the smartwatch helps them do more moderate-intensity exercise over 14 weeks.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

behavioral intervention (web-based program plus smartwatch reminders and goal setting)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could help people with spinal cord injury become more active and improve their health and well-being.

What could go wrong

This is a mid-stage trial with 196 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention relies on technology and user engagement, which may not work for all.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Temple University

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    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19121, United States

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