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Pediatric Powered Wheelchair Standing Devices: An Exploratory Study

NCT05117827•Grand Valley State University

Summary

For children who use a power wheelchair, a powered wheelchair standing device (PWSD) may be considered for daily use. A PWSD allows a child to electronically move between sitting and standing and can be driven in either position. Existing published PWSD research in pediatrics is limited to boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).(1, 2) While these studies provide some insights into PWSD use in boys with DMD, they do not reflect PWSD use in children with other conditions. The purpose of this exploratory study is to determine the feasibility of a research protocol exploring use of a PWSD in children who have neurodevelopmental conditions other than DMD.

Eligibility

Age

5 - 17 years

Sex

ALL

Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion Criteria

•1. Is 5-17 years of age. NOTE: Participants must be under 18 for the duration of the study.
•2. Diagnosed with a neurodevelopmental condition resulting in an inability to functionally ambulate.
•3. Can safely assume and maintain a supported standing position
•4. Has sufficient upper extremity and function to safely use a PWSD
•5. Can communicate pain or discomfort through verbalization, vocalization, use of augmented communication, etc.
•6. Can safely use the PWSD in areas of their home
•7. Has at least one parent/caregiver who is able to converse in English and actively participate in a device-use education provided in English
•8. The PerMobil PWSD can be set up to meet the child's specific needs
•9. Medical Clearance to trial the PWSD
•10. Participants must reside in Michigan

Exclusion Criteria

•1. Has a diagnosis of Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
•2. Any reason that it would not be safe for the child to use a PWSD

Locations (1)

Grand Valley State University

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

Key Dates

Start Date

November 12, 2021

Primary Completion Date

October 31, 2026

Completion Date

October 31, 2027

Last Updated

September 15, 2025

Enrollment

ACTUAL participants

Conditions

Cerebral PalsySpinal Muscular AtrophySpinal Cord InjuriesSpina BifidaDevelopment DelayGenetic Disease

Interventions

Power Wheelchair Standing Device

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Pediatric Powered Wheelchair Standing Devices: An Exploratory Study

Inclusion Criteria

Exclusion Criteria

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