Sociodemographic characteristics associated with physical activity barrier perception among manual wheelchair users.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.dhjo.2021.101119
Abstract: BACKGROUND Individuals with disabilities are sub-optimally active and at increased risk for chronic diseases. Limited knowledge exists about how differences among wheelchair-dependent individuals may affect their perception of physical activity barriers. OBJECTIVE We examined whether… read more here.
Keywords: perception; sociodemographic characteristics; activity barriers; manual wheelchair ... See more keywords
Manual wheelchair users gradually face fewer postural stability and control challenges with increasing rolling resistance while maintaining a rear-wheel wheelie.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.humov.2018.10.013
Abstract: Teaching manual wheelchair users to perform wheelies using various rolling resistances is expected to facilitate learning of this advanced wheelchair skill. However, limited scientific evidence is available to support this approach. This study aimed to… read more here.
Keywords: manual wheelchair; control; rolling resistances; postural stability ... See more keywords
EFFECTS OF A CLOSED-LOOP PARTIAL POWER ASSISTANCE ON MANUAL WHEELCHAIR LOCOMOTION
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ifacol.2018.11.615
Abstract: Abstract In manual wheelchair locomotion, the large upper extremity loads and the repetitions of the propulsion movement increase the incidence of upper limbs injuries, pain and muscle fatigue. The main goal of this study was… read more here.
Keywords: manual wheelchair; wheelchair locomotion; closed loop; loop partial ... See more keywords
Cross-cultural validation of a Brazilian version of the adapted manual wheelchair circuit (AMWC-Brazil)
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DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2018.1458356
Abstract: ABSTRACT Purpose: To translate, culturally adapt and validate the Adapted Manual Wheelchair Circuit (AMWC) into Brazilian-Portuguese. Design: Cross-sectional study. Methods: Sixty-six men (median age of 30.5 years [percentiles 25 and 75: 24.0; 38.3 years]) with… read more here.
Keywords: circuit amwc; wheelchair circuit; adapted manual; scim iii ... See more keywords
The addition of three new items in the Adapted Manual Wheelchair Circuit improves the discrimination between different levels of spinal cord injury.
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DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2019.1571139
Abstract: Purpose: To determine whether the inclusion of three additional items improved the discriminative capacity of the Adapted Manual Wheelchair Circuit (AMWC).Design: Cross-sectional study.Methods: A t... read more here.
Keywords: manual wheelchair; addition three; wheelchair circuit; adapted manual ... See more keywords
The French-Canadian WheelCon for manual wheelchair users: paediatric adaptation and preliminary evaluation of its measurement properties.
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DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2023.2203950
Abstract: PURPOSE To adapt the Wheelchair Use Confidence Scale for Manual Wheelchair Users, French-Canadian Version (WheelCon-M-F) into a paediatric version (WheelCon-M-F-P) and to evaluate its validity. METHODS A three-phase process was conducted: (1) item adaptation using… read more here.
Keywords: wheelchair users; confidence; wheelchair; wheelcon ... See more keywords
Experts’ opinion on manual wheelchair adjustments for adults with diabetes
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DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2017.1283543
Abstract: Abstract Diabetes is a global health concern that can lead to mobility limitations necessitating a wheelchair. However, there are currently no guidelines for wheelchair adjustments tailored to the diabetic population. Purpose: To describe relevant manual… read more here.
Keywords: adjustments adults; wheelchair adjustments; adults diabetes; manual wheelchair ... See more keywords
A Preliminary Evaluation of Energy Efficiency for Children with Cerebral Palsy for Driving A Manual Wheelchair and Walking: Use of the Total Heart Beat Index
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DOI: 10.1080/17518423.2019.1692947
Abstract: ABSTRACT Aims: This study aims to compare the total heart beat index (THBI) in evaluating energy efficiency between using a manual wheelchair and walking for children with cerebral palsy (CP). Methods: The energy efficiency was… read more here.
Keywords: manual wheelchair; heart; energy efficiency;
Utrecht Pediatric Wheelchair Mobility Skills Test: Reliability, Validity, and Responsiveness in Youths Using a Manual Wheelchair.
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DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzz061
Abstract: BACKGROUND The assessment of wheelchair mobility skills (WMS) in youths using a manual wheelchair is important. More information is needed regarding the psychometric properties of the newly developed Utrecht Pediatric Wheelchair Mobility Skills Test (UP-WMST).… read more here.
Keywords: youths using; validity; responsiveness; reliability ... See more keywords
Design and Control of a Novel Detachable Driving Module for Electrification of Manual Wheelchairs
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2023.3240465
Abstract: We developed a detachable electric module that converts a manual wheelchair into an electric wheelchair. The existing electric module requires several parts to be fastened to the wheelchair, which complicates its assembly. In addition, because… read more here.
Keywords: electric module; control; wheelchair; module ... See more keywords
Predictive Forward Dynamic Simulation of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion on a Rolling Dynamometer.
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DOI: 10.1115/1.4046298
Abstract: Research studies to understand the biomechanics of manual wheelchair propulsion often incorporate experimental data and mathematical models. This project aimed to advance this field of study by developing a two-dimensional model to generate first of… read more here.
Keywords: wheelchair propulsion; forward dynamic; simulation; manual wheelchair ... See more keywords