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Wheelchair Skills Training for Young Wheelchair Users
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Led By Krista Best, PhD
Research Sponsored by Laval University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
able to self-propel MWC for a minimum distance of 10 metres, without assistance
Be younger than 65 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline (t1); immediately post intervention up to 12 weeks after baseline (t2); 6-months follow-up (t3)
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Study Summary
This trial will evaluate the efficacy of the Wheelchair Skills Training Program for improving manual wheelchair skills, confidence and participation outcomes among children and youth.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for children and youth who own a manual wheelchair (MWC), can self-propel it at least 10 meters, and follow two-step commands. It's not for those already in MWC training, expecting health procedures that could interfere with training within six months, or with rapidly progressing degenerative conditions.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the effectiveness of the Wheelchair Skills Training Program (WSTP) to improve MWC skills, confidence, and participation among young users. It's a randomized controlled trial comparing clinician-led training against current standard practices.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves skill training rather than medication or medical procedures, traditional side effects are not expected. However, participants may experience fatigue or muscle soreness due to physical activity involved in the training.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria belowSelect...
I can move myself in a wheelchair for at least 10 meters without help.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ baseline (t1); immediately post intervention up to 12 weeks after baseline (t2); 6-months follow-up (t3)
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline (t1); immediately post intervention up to 12 weeks after baseline (t2); 6-months follow-up (t3)
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Wheelchair Skills Test Version 5.2.1 for MWC users
Secondary outcome measures
MWC Activity (Actigraph)
MWC Use Confidence Scale (WheelCon)
Parents Perception of Child's MWC Capacity and Performance Version 5.2.1
+1 moreTrial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Experimental Group (WSTP)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will complete 12, 45-minute weekly sessions of WSTP delivered by clinicians with >5 years of experience working with children who use MWC. Trainers will customize each session based on the age group (child or adolescent) and training goals of each child as determined in session one. Subsequent sessions will begin with a 5-minute review of progress and socializing, followed by a 10-minute warm-up (random practice of the previously learned skills); 20 minutes of attempting new skills (training on each skill will be carried to next session until the skills are learned or until the trainer and participant mutually agree that training should be abandoned; the trainer will periodically ask the participant to practice newly learned skills to incorporate variability of practice); 10 minute cool-down, during which the participant will practice skills in a self-controlled environment. Age-appropriate considerations are incorporated into training materials
Group II: Control Group (Attention)Active Control1 Intervention
Participants will be attention-matched to mimic time and contacts of the experimental group. The control group will receive 12, 45-minute weekly sessions of 'Games and Activities' facilitated by healthcare professionals (e.g., occupational therapy/rehabilitation students) who will not be involved in the intervention or any other aspect of the study. The control group facilitator will mimic the same type of attention as the training at each site (i.e., sessions will be held at healthcare facilities and in the community (e.g., libraries, shopping centres, museums, parks). Facilitators will be equipped with current popular games and activities (according to social media and websites of popular children's stores) kits that include various board and card games, hand-eye coordination games, active games, cognitive activities, and arts and crafts suitable for children and adolescents to ensure interest and acceptability for all participants.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
Laval UniversityLead Sponsor
417 Previous Clinical Trials
172,212 Total Patients Enrolled
Krista Best, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorUniversite Laval
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I can understand and follow simple instructions.I do not expect to undergo any health procedures that would stop me from training in the next 6 months.You are currently enrolled or have completed MWC skills training.I own a manual wheelchair.I can move myself in a wheelchair for at least 10 meters without help.You have a condition that is expected to get worse very quickly.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Experimental Group (WSTP)
- Group 2: Control Group (Attention)
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Are there any vacancies available for potential participants in this trial?
"According to the clinicaltrials.gov website, this trial is still open for recruitment. This experiment was initially uploaded on August 1st 2022 and recently updated on September 28th 2022."
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What is the uppermost limit to the number of participants involved in this investigation?
"Affirmative, the particulars on clinicaltrials.gov demonstrate that this medical experiment is actively searching for participants. It first appeared online on August 1st 2022 and was most recently updated on September 28th 2022. This trial requires 60 patients to be enrolled at 3 locations."
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Does the trial extend to minors or is it limited to adults?
"According to the enrolment requirements, individuals aged 4-18 are eligible for this clinical trial. Furthermore, there is one study available specifically designed for minors and two studies targeting senior citizens over 65 years old."
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Do I fulfill the criteria to partake in this medical study?
"To participate in this study, applicants must be between 4 and 18 years of age and use a wheelchair. Approximately 60 candidates are being accepted into the trial."
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