New wheelchair training could give kids with severe CP a shot at independence
NCT ID NCT06347432
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 24, 2026 · Updated 30 times
Summary
This study tests whether an 8-week power wheelchair training program using the IndieTrainer system can help children with severe cerebral palsy improve their wheelchair skills and independence. Sixteen children who cannot walk or propel a manual wheelchair will participate. The training uses video games and a device that turns a manual wheelchair into a powered one, allowing kids to use their own seating system.
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Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Power wheelchair skills training using the IndieTrainer system
What this could lead to
If successful, this training could help children with severe cerebral palsy gain functional mobility and independence using a power wheelchair.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 16 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The training may not lead to lasting improvements.
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