New Gear-Shifting wheelchair aims to save shoulders
NCT ID NCT05776030
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a new multi-speed ergonomic wheelchair designed to reduce shoulder overuse injuries common in manual wheelchair users. Thirty adults who use a manual wheelchair daily will try different gear ratios on various surfaces. The goal is to see if the design improves propulsion efficiency and reduces pain.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Multi-speed ergonomic wheelchair
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this wheelchair design could reduce shoulder pain and make daily tasks easier for manual wheelchair users.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The new wheelchair may not be more effective than current models.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, MN
RECRUITINGMinneapolis, Minnesota, 55417-2309, United States
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