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Cushion Research Study

We are currently seeking subjects to participate in a study to develop a clinical measure that can be used to determine the life of a wheelchair cushion within real world use.





Qualifications to Participate:

  • Must have a diagnoses of spinal cord injury (REQUIREMENT REMOVED)
  • Must use a pressure relieving cushion
  • Must use a skin protection wheelchair seat cushion

Study involvement for qualified individuals will include:

  • A standard seating and mobility evaluation as completed during a regular clinic visit OR a partial seating and mobility evaluation if a clinic appointment is not scheduled.
  • Performance Testing of your wheelchair seat cushion while you attend your scheduled clinic visit OR while you wait.
  • Answering study questions about your tissue health, wheelchair and seating equipment.

Phase I of testing concludes in June 2008

Contact

David Rivard, Shepherd Center
david_rivard@shepherd.org
404-350-7655 office
404-571-9654 beeper