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Wheelchair training boosts kids' independence and safety

NCT ID NCT05339932

Symptom relief Sponsor: Grand Valley State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a training program that teaches children with physical disabilities how to use their manual wheelchairs better. The goal is to help them move around on their own instead of relying on others, which can improve their confidence and social life. Four children aged 5-17 from Michigan are taking part in the program.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Manual wheelchair skills training
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could help children who use wheelchairs become more independent, confident, and safe in their daily lives.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 4 participants, so results may not apply to all children. The training may not lead to lasting improvements.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 4 people

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

Started

May 2022

Expected to finish

Dec 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

5 to 17 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * 5-17 years of age. NOTE: Participants must be under 18 for the duration of the study. * Have a condition resulting in difficulties walking. * Use a manual wheelchair greater than or equal to 25% of the time * Are able to follow simple instructions per parent report * Has at least one parent/caregiver who is able to converse in English (as assessed by the PI during interactions over the phone and in person) due to safety concerns. * Resides in Michigan Exclusion Criteria: * Any reason that it would not be safe for the child to participate in manual wheelchair training (as assessed by the PI, a licensed physical therapist) * The child's manual wheelchair is not safe (as assessed by the PI, a licensed physical therapist)

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebral palsy developmental coordination disorder hereditary disease spina bifida spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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Cerebral palsy Genetic disease Gross motor development delay Motor skills disorders Spina bifida Spinal cord injuries

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Grand Valley State University

    Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503, United States

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