Testing a custom pressure-relief wheelchair cushion for comfort
This study tests personalized wheelchair cushion systems designed to reduce pressure while you sit, using a cushion built around your needs. If you use a wheelchair full time, this may help improve comfort and reduce pressure-related problems.
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Who can take part
- You are a Veteran with mobility problems that require full-time wheelchair use
- You get wheelchair services through the LSCDVAMC Wheeled Mobility Clinic
- You can stay seated in your wheelchair for more than 4 hours each day
- You are not pregnant
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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