Volume 1, Number 2

Upcoming Studies and Events

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Have you moved? Have your abilities changed? Are you using different technology? If so, let us know.

Study on Inclusive Indoor Play
This new project focuses on children’s indoor play and how environmental barriers may limit play and social interaction.

Wheelchair Barrier Study
In early July 2007 researchers at CATEA will be conducting a survey of environmental barriers and facilitators that wheelchair users routinely experience when they are out and about in their communities.

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.

Name the CATEA Service Dog Contest
CATEA’s got a new best friend! Here’s your chance to name him! Winner gets a free mug or mouse pad!

Updates

Continued Testing of Alternate Work Postures for people with LBP
CATEA researchers looked at comfort and typing performance for people with and without chronic low back pain (LBP).

CCN Survey Results: Workplace Accommodations
Fifty-four (54) people with a history of workplace accommodations completed the online survey, and they identified 69 accommodations as most important.

Limited Manual Dexterity Anthropometry Study
The limited manual dexterity anthropometry study gathered measurement data of persons with limited flexibility in their hands, and persons of age 55 and older.