New exercise bike with VR aims to get wheelchair users moving at home

NCT ID NCT07189546

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will develop and test a home-based upper arm exercise bike that works with video instruction and virtual reality apps, designed specifically for wheelchair users. Ten veterans who use wheelchairs will try the system for several weeks. The goal is to see if they find it satisfying and stick with it, which could help overcome common barriers to exercise like lack of transportation and motivation.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: upper arm exercise bike with video and virtual reality
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide an accessible home exercise option that helps wheelchair users improve physical and mental health.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early-stage study with only 10 participants, focused on satisfaction and adherence, not health outcomes. The device may not work for everyone or be widely available.

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VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System University Drive Division, Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15240, United States

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