Wheelchair skills training for ARSACS and DM1
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study tests a wheelchair skills training program for people with ARSACS or DM1. It aims to help you become more confident and independent in your wheelchair, potentially improving your daily life.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with ARSACS or DM1.
- You use a manual wheelchair at least 3 times a week for 8 or more hours total.
- You do not have any upcoming surgery or health condition that would make training unsafe.
- You are not currently in or planning to join another wheelchair skills training program during the study.
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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