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Smartwatch coaching boosts activity in spinal cord injury patients

NCT ID NCT05317832

Symptom relief Sponsor: Temple University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 2

Tests whether the treatment actually works, and watches for side effects, in a larger group.

Participants

About 196 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2023

Expected to finish

Jun 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 75 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Participants with SCI will be included if they are: * 18-75 years of age * have a traumatic or non-traumatic SCI (classification of neurological level of injury at cervical level 5 (C5) and below) * are at least 6-months post-SCI * use a manual or a power wheelchair as their primary means of mobility (\>80% of time) * can use their arms to exercise * show readiness to physical activity as assessed by the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire * have experience using a smartphone and smartwatch. Exclusion Criteria: Participants will be excluded if they have: * any secondary complications that medically restrict their activity in any way such as cardiovascular disease, pressure injuries, contractures, and infections * are diagnosed with traumatic brain injury.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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Spinal cord injuries

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Temple University

    RECRUITING

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19121, United States

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