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Study examined the use of the Independence 3000 IBOT Transporter, an electronically stabilizing, wheeled mobility device for people with disabilities. It operates in 4 functions: standard, balance, 4-wheel, and remote. Trained clinicians observed as participants used the IBOT to perform a series of activities, including holding eye-level discussion with ...

Based on observations by trained clinicians and responses to a survey completed by subjects with spinal cord injury (SCI), this study assessed the potential for the Independence 3000 IBOT Transporter (IBOT) to improve employment satisfaction for veterans who use wheelchairs at work. The IBOT is an electronically stabilizing, wheeled ...

Case study reports on the use of the INDEPENDENCE 3000 IBOT Transporter (IBOT) at home and in the community with an expert wheelchair user. The IBOT was operated in 4 functions: standard, four-wheel, balance, and remote. The IBOT was somewhat difficult to control in standard function but the balance ...

Chapter summarizes information on the various types of manual and power wheelchairs, hybrid wheelchairs, and robotic wheeled mobility systems. The importance of the wheelchair-user interface is discussed, including ride comfort and durability, proper selection of wheelchair accessories, and powered wheelchair access devices. Wheelchair and seating measurements and a variety ...

Article focuses on key innovations in powered wheelchair technology. The authors discuss a number of advances, including: (1) commercial innovations, (2) advanced controls, (3) communication technologies, (4) frame designs and flexible structures, (5) standards and testing, and (6) drive-train technologies. A discussion of the basics of electric-powered wheelchair operation ...

Study compared torque data obtained with a pushrim-activated power-assisted wheelchair (PAPAW) to that of traditional manual wheelchair propulsion among subjects with spinal cord injury. The PAPAW is a hybrid between a manual wheelchair and an electric-powered wheelchair and its shared control system must account for human behavior and user ...

Article provides an overview of ongoing research efforts to develop virtual reality applications and devices for mobility skills assessment and training, exercise training, and environment assessment. Virtual reality offers wheelchair users a tool for training in different environments without any indoor or outdoor physical constraints. This research is conducted ...

Article reviews current applications of electrical stimulation after spinal cord injury (SCI) and identifies future directions for research and clinical utility. Electrodes on the skin, percutaneous fine wires, or stimulators fully implanted within the body can provide stimulation. Electrical stimulation has been used to exercise paralyzed muscles and reverse ...

Chapter from a symposium on children with spinal cord injury (SCI), focusing on orthotic management. The chapter provides descriptions of lower extremity orthoses, compares orthotic choices for children with various levels of SCI, and discusses writing the orthotic prescription.

Study compared gait performance during a 5-minute walk among healthy subjects, people with spinal cord injury (SCI), and stroke survivors while investigating whether evaluating oxygen consumption during this test provides additional information about the subject's performance. Participants were fitted with a portable gas analyzer and walked on a 5-meter ...

Article about the diagnosis and treatment of esophageal perforations in patients with cervical spinal cord injury (SCI). Data are from a retrospective review of the records of 33 patients admitted for rehabilitation from 1975 to 1995 who had complications of esophegeal injury. A table shows, for each of the ...

Study of the frequency and severity of upper extremity pain in persons with spinal cord injury (SCI), and its association with functional activities. Types of treatments received by patients with SCI for upper extremity pain and the benefits of these treatments were also identified. Data are from 130 responses ...

Article describes the development of a taxonomy of rehabilitation interventions based on an inductive approach. Authors: (1) outline experiences in developing taxonomies in other health care fields, (2) describe the deductive and inductive approaches to developing a rehabilitation intervention taxonomy, (3) discuss the larger study on stroke rehabilitation outcomes ...

Article discussing the process of certification in physical medicine and rehabilitation by the American Board of Medical Specialties and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. Topics include the basic requirements for certification, a written examination outline, subspecialties, and proposed requirements for subspecialty certification. ...

Editorial briefly discusses issues concerning the qualifications of peer reviewers who review grant proposals for clinical research. Author addresses inequities in the peer review process between basic science and clinical research.

Editorial describes the role of spinal cord injury medicine (SCIM) as a subspecialty in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Author discusses certification requirements for SCIM and the need for more qualified physicians in the field.

Editorial discusses ways to increase the number of physician scientists involved in clinical research in spinal cord medicine. Active recruitment, a supportive environment, model training programs, and adequate opportunities for research are needed to enhance the progress of developing better and faster recovery interventions. ...

Editorial briefly discusses research concerning quality of life (QOL) for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Author specifically addresses a study that explored the relationships between objective and subjective indicators of QOL. He emphasizes that future research should focus on outcome measures that consider the needs of the individual. ...

Editorial briefly discusses the concept of health care as a business. Author describes patients' and physicians' responsibilities for ensuring optimal care while considering the economic impact of that care.

Editorial on the importance of establishing authorship for paper submitted to journals for publication. The most widely acknowledged guidelines establish 3 criteria for authorship: (1) substantial contributions to conception and design, or acquisition of data, or analysis and interpretation of data; (2) drafting the article or revising it critically ...