Wheelchair Users
Conditions
Keywords
Wheelchair, Pressure ulcers, Pressure measurement, Temperature measurement, Humidity measurement
Brief summary
With the population ageing and the increase in disabilities prevalence, demand for wheelchairs is increasing. Padding and shape of seat are important factors for comfort when sitting for long periods of time. Sustained mechanical loads induced by the seated stance can cause pressure ulcers in the ischial prominences. Temperature and humidity have also been shown to be important in the development of pressure ulcers.
Detailed description
The aim of this research is to measure the pressure, temperature and relative humidity fields at the user-seat interface of a wheelchair.
Interventions
DEVICEinstrumented wheelchair
Measurements of pressure, temperature and humidity at the subject/cushion interface
Sponsors
Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne
Study design
Observational model
CASE_ONLY
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
* Healthy subjects * aged of 18 and more * agreeing to participate in the study
Exclusion criteria
* under 18 years old * pregnant women
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| pressure | Day 0 | Pressures at the user-seat interface of a wheelchair will be measured by non-invasive method using a pressure pad positioned directly on the cushion, under the seated subject. No contact with the skin will take place |
| temperature | Day 0 | Temperatures at the ischial tuberosities will be measured by a non-intrusive methods using sensors taped directly on the pants of the participants. No contact with the skin of the participants will take place |
| humidity | Day 0 | Humidity at the ischial tuberosities will be measured by a non-intrusive methods using sensors taped directly on the pants of the participants. No contact with the skin of the participants will take place |
Contacts
Primary ContactSébastien Murer
Outcome results
None listed