Biomechanics of Adaptive Rowing in Active and Inactive Manual Wheelchair Users (NCT05114629) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Biomechanics of Adaptive Rowing in Active and Inactive Manual Wheelchair Users
United States15 participantsStarted 2021-09-14
Plain-language summary
This research is being performed to characterize the rowing stroke in active and inactive individuals who use a manual wheelchair. The investigators will be looking at muscle activity of four shoulder muscles (upper trapezius, lower trapezius, serratus anterior, and posterior deltoid) and motion of the arms, shoulder blade, and trunk during rowing. This will be done for three rowing conditions (1: adapted rowing ergometer, 2: rowing ergometer from a chair, 3: standard seated row exercise using an elastic band \[TheraBand\]). The investigators are also looking at shoulder strength, range of motion, quality of life, and community participation.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 70 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* between 18 and 70 years of age
* use a manual wheelchair for at least 50% of community mobility
* able to transfer independently (with or without the use of adaptive equipment)
* able to achieve humeral elevation of greater than or equal to 90 degrees (bilaterally)
* cleared for exercise participation as indicated by the ACSM Preparticipation Health Screening (Riebe et al., 2015)
* able to read and understand English
Exclusion Criteria:
* have an active pressure sore or skin breakdown
* have a presence of shoulder pain as indicated by a score of greater than 12 on the Wheelchair Users Shoulder Pain Index (Mulroy et al., 2015)
* have impaired upper extremity function as indicated by a score of greater than 40 on the QuickDASH (Angst et al., 2011; Kennedy et al., 2011)
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
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2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
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6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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