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Technology for mobility in SCI 10 years from nowM Boninger
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
Spinal Cord 50:358-63. 2012..To identify technological advances and that are likely to have a great impact on the quality of life and participation in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI)...- Implementation of a longitudinal mentored scholarly project: an approach at two medical schoolsMichael Boninger
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Medical Student Research, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213, USA
Acad Med 85:429-37. 2010..Both programs have found that teamwork, regular meetings, and close communication have helped with implementation. Schools considering the establishment of a scholarly activity should consider these factors when designing programs... - Shoulder biomechanics during the push phase of wheelchair propulsion: a multisite study of persons with paraplegiaJennifer L Collinger
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Center, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare Systems, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 89:667-76. 2008.... 
Pushrim biomechanics and injury prevention in spinal cord injury: recommendations based on CULP-SCI investigationsMichael L Boninger
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 42:9-19. 2005..Future work should include interventional trials and larger studies that allow for more complex statistical models that can further detail the relationship between wheelchair propulsion, user characteristics, and upper-limb injuries...- Relation between median and ulnar nerve function and wrist kinematics during wheelchair propulsionMichael L Boninger
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Human Engineering Research Laboratories, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh and VA Pittsburgh Health Care System, 7180 Highland Drive, 151R 1, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 85:1141-5. 2004..To investigate the relation between median and ulnar nerve health and wrist kinematics in wheelchair users... - Preliminary outcomes of the SmartWheel Users' Group database: a proposed framework for clinicians to objectively evaluate manual wheelchair propulsionRachel E Cowan
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Health Care System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 89:260-8. 2008.... - Impact of a pushrim-activated power-assisted wheelchair on the metabolic demands, stroke frequency, and range of motion among subjects with tetraplegiaS David Algood
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 85:1865-71. 2004..CONCLUSIONS: For subjects with tetraplegia, PAPAWs reduce the energy demands, stroke frequency, and overall joint ROM when compared with traditional manual wheelchair propulsion... - Upper limb strength in individuals with spinal cord injury who use manual wheelchairsAaron L Souza
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
J Spinal Cord Med 28:26-32. 2005..This study and others of strength in individuals with paraplegia may overestimate shoulder strength... - Assessing the influence of wheelchair technology on perception of participation in spinal cord injuryEliana S Chaves
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 85:1854-8. 2004..The wheelchair is the most important mobility device used by persons with SCI and the one that users most associate with barriers... - Development of a wheelchair virtual driving environment: trials with subjects with traumatic brain injuryDonald M Spaeth
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 89:996-1003. 2008..To develop and test a wheelchair virtual driving environment that can provide quantifiable measures of driving ability, offer driver training, and measure the performance of alternative controls... - Demographic and socioeconomic factors associated with disparity in wheelchair customizability among people with traumatic spinal cord injuryPeter Cody Hunt
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 85:1859-64. 2004..The standard of care for power wheelchairs users has programmable controls. Unfortunately, socioeconomically disadvantaged people were less likely to receive customizable wheelchairs... - Force control strategies while driving electric powered wheelchairs with isometric and movement-sensing joysticksBrad E Dicianno
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
IEEE Trans Neural Syst Rehabil Eng 15:144-50. 2007..Lack of positional feedback may result in use of excess isometric force. Modifying control functions, adjusting gain, or providing additional training or feedback might address this problem... - Shoulder joint kinetics and pathology in manual wheelchair usersJennifer L Mercer
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, 151R1-H, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Center, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare Systems, 7180 Highland Drive, PA 15206, USA
Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 21:781-9. 2006..Potential interventions include changes to wheelchair setup, propulsion training, or alternative means of mobility... - Virtual reality and computer-enhanced training applied to wheeled mobility: an overview of work in PittsburghRory A Cooper
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Assist Technol 17:159-70. 2005..Virtual reality technology will probably become more common in the field of assistive technology, especially given the rapid expansion of gaming technology and the continued exponential growth of computing power... - Investigation of the performance of an ergonomic handrim as a pain-relieving intervention for manual wheelchair usersAlicia M Koontz
Human Engineering Research Laboratories (151R1-H, VA Pittsburgh Health Care System, 7180 Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Assist Technol 18:123-43; quiz 145. 2006..Results again confirmed that using the NF led to a reduction in the severity of symptoms and to improved functional outcomes... - Effect of a pushrim-activated power-assist wheelchair on the functional capabilities of persons with tetraplegiaS David Algood
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 86:380-6. 2005..CONCLUSIONS: For subjects with tetraplegia, PAPAWs have the potential to improve functional capabilities during certain ADLs, especially when propelling up ramps, over uneven surfaces, and over thick carpet... - Range of motion and stroke frequency differences between manual wheelchair propulsion and pushrim-activated power-assisted wheelchair propulsionThomas A Corfman
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
J Spinal Cord Med 26:135-40. 2003..CONCLUSION: These findings provide the foundation for studying the utility of the PAPAW in reducing the risk of upper limb injury and neuropathy in the manual wheelchair user population... 
Hand rim wheelchair propulsion training using biomechanical real-time visual feedback based on motor learning theory principlesIan Rice
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
J Spinal Cord Med 33:33-42. 2010..The objective of this study was to describe the development of a manual wheelchair propulsion training program aimed to promote the development of an efficient propulsion technique among long-term manual wheelchair users...- Vibration exposure of individuals using wheelchairs over sidewalk surfacesErik Wolf
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA
Disabil Rehabil 27:1443-9. 2005..Furthermore, a 90 degrees herringbone pattern is preferred over the 45 degrees pattern, and it is recommended that for safety reasons regarding vibration exposure a bevel of less than 6 mm should be used... - Advancements in power wheelchair joystick technology: Effects of isometric joysticks and signal conditioning on driving performanceBrad E Dicianno
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 85:631-9. 2006..No differences in DA were found among any of the joysticks. CONCLUSIONS: VGA software allowed the IJ to function similarly to the MSJ with respect to RT, MT, and DA... - Manual wheelchair pushrim dynamics in people with multiple sclerosisBrian T Fay
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Center of Excellence, Highland Drive Medical Center, 7180 Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 85:935-42. 2004..This likely leads to a slow self-selected speed of propulsion that may not be functional. Clinicians should remember these results when prescribing manual wheelchairs for people with MS... - Propulsion patterns and pushrim biomechanics in manual wheelchair propulsionMichael L Boninger
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 83:718-23. 2002..Use of this propulsion style may reduce trauma to the upper extremities. Clinicians should consider training individuals in this propulsion style... - Autonomic dysreflexia: incidence in persons with neurologically complete and incomplete tetraplegiaWendy M Helkowski
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
J Spinal Cord Med 26:244-7. 2003..Autonomic dysreflexia (AD) is a common problem in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) above the T6 neurologic level and may cause serious medical complications if untreated. Previous studies have focused on patients with complete SCI... - Carpal tunnel syndrome in manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injury: a cross-sectional multicenter studyJennifer Yang
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 88:1007-16. 2009..To investigate relationships between carpal tunnel syndrome, functional status, subject demographics, physical examination findings, and median nerve conduction study findings in manual wheelchair users with paraplegia... - Shoulder ultrasound abnormalities, physical examination findings, and pain in manual wheelchair users with spinal cord injurySteven W Brose
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 89:2086-93. 2008..To investigate physical examination (PE) findings using a quantitative Physical Examination of the Shoulder Scale (PESS), and to obtain data about pain and other subject characteristics such as age, years with SCI, and weight... - A preliminary study on the impact of pushrim-activated power-assist wheelchairs among individuals with tetraplegiaDan Ding
Department of Rehabilitation Science, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 87:821-9. 2008..This preliminary study was to evaluate the impact of pushrim- activated power-assist wheelchairs (PAPAWs) on mobility, community participation, satisfaction, and psychosocial impact among individuals with tetraplegia... - The science behind mobility devices for individuals with multiple sclerosisBrain T Fay
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, A VA Center of Excellence, Highland Drive VA Medical Center, 7180 Highland Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Med Eng Phys 24:375-83. 2002..In addition, we will review other research not conducted on individuals with MS that is relevant to this population. Finally we will present a call for future research that should help address this critical area... - Filter frequency selection for manual wheelchair biomechanicsRory A Cooper
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, PA 15206, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 39:323-36. 2002..Manual wheelchair propulsion kinematic data should be low-pass filtered at approximately 6 Hz for speeds at or below 1.8 m/s. The data presented in the archival literature appear to have been filtered at an appropriate frequency... - Use of the Independence 3000 IBOT Transporter at home and in the communityRory A Cooper
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206, USA
J Spinal Cord Med 26:79-85. 2003..It operates in 4 functions: Standard, Balance (raised on 2 rear wheels), 4 Wheel (for inclines, curbs, and uneven terrain), and Remote (for loading into a vehicle)... - Effectiveness evaluation of a remote accessibility assessment system for wheelchair users using virtualized realityJongbae Kim
VA Center of Excellence in Wheelchairs and Associated Rehabilitation Engineering and Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 89:470-9. 2008.... - Biomechanics and strength of manual wheelchair usersFabrisia Ambrosio
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
J Spinal Cord Med 28:407-14. 2005..Clinicians should be aware of this, and approach strength training and training in wheelchair propulsion techniques separately... - Multisite comparison of wheelchair propulsion kinetics in persons with paraplegiaAlicia M Koontz
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 44:449-58. 2007..001). These results imply that rolling resistance is lower at one of the sites and likely due to differences in dynamometer properties. A mechanical method was used to site-normalize the data and enable data pooling for future analyses... - Engineering better wheelchairs to enhance community participationRory A Cooper
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
IEEE Trans Neural Syst Rehabil Eng 14:438-55. 2006..This paper summarizes research and development underway aimed at enhancing safety and optimizing wheelchair design... - Seat and footrest shocks and vibrations in manual wheelchairs with and without suspensionRory A Cooper
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology and Bioengineering, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 84:96-102. 2003..To examine differences in the shock and vibration transmitted to an occupant of a manual wheelchair with and without suspension caster forks and with and without rear-suspension systems... - Comparison of virtual and real electric powered wheelchair driving using a position sensing joystick and an isometric joystickRory A Cooper
Departments of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, Bioengineering and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, 5044 Forbes Tower, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA
Med Eng Phys 24:703-8. 2002..The data indicate that performance in the virtual environment was representative of driving ability in the real environment, and the isometric joystick performed comparably to the position sensing joystick... - Shoulder kinematics and kinetics during two speeds of wheelchair propulsionAlicia M Koontz
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 39:635-49. 2002..1). Shoulder positioning and the associated peak shoulder loads during propulsion may be important indicators for identifying manual wheelchair users at risk for developing shoulder pain and injury... - Ultrasound imaging of acute biceps tendon changes after wheelchair sportsStefan van Drongelen
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, and Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, MN, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 88:381-5. 2007..To investigate acute changes in the biceps tendon after a high-intensity wheelchair propulsion activity and to determine whether these changes are related to subject characteristics... - A kinetic analysis of manual wheelchair propulsion during start-up on select indoor and outdoor surfacesAlicia M Koontz
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 42:447-58. 2005..The differences noted between surfaces highlight the importance of evaluating wheelchair propulsion ability over a range of surfaces... - Usage of tilt-in-space, recline, and elevation seating functions in natural environment of wheelchair usersDan Ding
Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Technology, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 45:973-83. 2008..The information collected could enhance clinical practice of wheelchair provision, resulting in better compliance with clinical instructions and appropriate use of seating functions among wheelchair users... - Preliminary assessment of a prototype advanced mobility device in the work environment of veterans with spinal cord injuryRory A Cooper
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
NeuroRehabilitation 19:161-70. 2004..A larger study should be conducted to determine if the IBOT affects work performance and the ability to return to work... - Driving characteristics of electric-powered wheelchair users: how far, fast, and often do people drive?Rory A Cooper
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Center, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 83:250-5. 2002..To determine the driving characteristics of electric-powered wheelchair users during unrestricted community activities and to compare the activity levels among an active group and a group of regular users... - Manual wheelchair propulsion patterns on natural surfaces during start-up propulsionAlicia M Koontz
Human Engineering Research Laboratories 151R1 H, VA Pittsburgh Health Care System, 7180 Highland Dr, 151R1 H, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 90:1916-23. 2009..To classify propulsion patterns over surfaces encountered in the natural environment during start-up and compare selected biomechanical variables between pattern types... - Using the absorbed power method to evaluate effectiveness of vibration absorption of selected seat cushions during manual wheelchair propulsionErik J Wolf
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Med Eng Phys 26:799-806. 2004..When comparing results from a similar study, absorbed power appears to be as effective in determining vibration effects in the time domain as the methods in the ISO 2631 Standard... - Neural interface technology for rehabilitation: exploiting and promoting neuroplasticityWei Wang
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, 3471 Fifth Ave, Suite 202, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am 21:157-78. 2010.... - The GAME(Cycle) exercise system: comparison with standard ergometryShirley G Fitzgerald
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
J Spinal Cord Med 27:453-9. 2004.... - Evaluation of selected sidewalk pavement surfaces for vibration experienced by users of manual and powered wheelchairsRory A Cooper
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
J Spinal Cord Med 27:468-75. 2004..Chronic exposure can cause low-back pain, disk degeneration, and other harmful effects. Little research has been conducted to assess the vibrations experienced by wheelchair users... - Biomechanical analysis of functional electrical stimulation on trunk musculature during wheelchair propulsionYu Sheng Yang
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206, USA
Neurorehabil Neural Repair 23:717-25. 2009..The objective of this study was to examine how surface electrical stimulation of trunk musculature influences the kinematic, kinetic, and metabolic characteristics, as well as shoulder muscle activity, during wheelchair propulsion... - Use of the INDEPENDENCE 3000 IBOT Transporter at home and in the community: a case reportRory A Cooper
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 1:111-7. 2006..The IBOT was a functional mobility device, its greatest strengths are outdoors and in circumstances where there is space to use balance function... - A pilot study on community usage of a pushrim-activated, power-assisted wheelchairShirley G Fitzgerald
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206, USA
Assist Technol 15:113-9. 2003..Future studies should expand upon the pilot work completed here, strengthening the design... - Impact of surface type, wheelchair weight, and axle position on wheelchair propulsion by novice older adultsRachel E Cowan
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Health Care System Center of Excellence in Wheelchairs and Related Technology, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 90:1076-83. 2009..To examine the impact of surface type, wheelchair weight, and rear axle position on older adult propulsion biomechanics... - Does upper-limb muscular demand differ between preferred and nonpreferred sitting pivot transfer directions in individuals with a spinal cord injury?Dany Gagnon
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 46:1099-108. 2009..104 to 0.946). These results indicate that direction preference expressed by individuals with SCI when transferring between seats of even height is not explained by relative muscular demand differences... - Wheeled mobility: factors influencing mobility and assistive technology in veterans and servicemembers with major traumatic limb loss from Vietnam war and OIF/OEF conflictsJustin Z Laferrier
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Veterans Affairs VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Service, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 1206, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 47:349-60. 2010..4; 95% CI 1.2-4.9), and number of combat injuries (AOR = 1.4; 95% CI 1.2-1.7) are associated with wheelchair use. Combined use of different types of mobility ATs promotes improved rehabilitation and ability to function... - Assessing mobility characteristics and activity levels of manual wheelchair usersMichelle L Tolerico
Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Technology, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 44:561-71. 2007..Results from this study provide a better understanding of the activity levels achieved by manual wheelchair users and insight into factors that may influence this activity... - Fatigue testing of selected suspension manual wheelchairs using ANSI/RESNA standardsAndrew M Kwarciak
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 86:123-9. 2005..CONCLUSIONS: We found little evidence to suggest that suspension manual wheelchairs provide advantages in terms of durability or value over standard lightweight and ultra-lightweight folding-frame wheelchairs... - Durability, value, and reliability of selected electric powered wheelchairsMegan V Fass
Departments of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 85:805-14. 2004..Purchased in 1998, these models may be used for several more years. In addition, problem areas in these models may still be present in newer models... - Shoulder magnetic resonance imaging abnormalities, wheelchair propulsion, and genderMichael L Boninger
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, and VA Piitsburgh Health Care System Center of Excellence in Wheelchairs and Related Technology, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 84:1615-20. 2003..Reducing forces during wheelchair propulsion may minimize the likelihood of developing shoulder injuries... - Kinematic analysis for determination of bioequivalence of a modified Hybrid III test dummy and a wheelchair userMichael Dvorznak
Human Engineering Research Laboratories/Center of Excellence in Wheelchairs and Related Technologies, Department of Veterans Affairs, Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 42:343-51. 2005..This indicates that the HTD is a suitable surrogate for a wheelchair user in low-speed, low-impact wheelchair studies... - Wheelchair repairs, breakdown, and adverse consequences for people with traumatic spinal cord injuryLaura A McClure
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 90:2034-8. 2009..McClure LA, Boninger ML, Oyster ML, Williams S, Houlihan B, Lieberman JA, Cooper RA. Wheelchair repairs, breakdown, and adverse consequences for people with traumatic spinal cord injury... - Evaluation of selected electric-powered wheelchairs using the ANSI/RESNA standardsAndrew J Rentschler
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Center, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare Systems, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 85:611-9. 2004..All these factors have a substantial effect on safety and performance... - Clinical evaluation of Guido robotic walkerAndrew J Rentschler
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Veterans Affairs VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Center of Excellence in Wheelchairs and Associated Rehabilitation Engineering, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 45:1281-93. 2008..The Guido did not perform better than the AMD during the trials. Revisions to the device as well as a change in subject requirements and testing protocol may produce different results... - Investigating neck pain in wheelchair usersMichael L Boninger
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206, USA
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 82:197-202. 2003..Clinicians who work with this population need to ask subjects about symptoms and consider a myofascial origin for that pain when considering treatment... - Surface electromyography activity of trunk muscles during wheelchair propulsionYu-Sheng Yang
Human Engineering Research Laboratories (151R1-H, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare Systems, 7180 Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 21:1032-41. 2006..This study provides an indication of the amount and duration of stimulation needed for a future application of electrical stimulation of the trunk musculature for persons with spinal cord injury... - Comparison of mobility device delivery within Department of Veterans Affairs for individuals with multiple sclerosis versus spinal cord injuryFabrisia Ambrosio
Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Technology, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 44:693-701. 2007..001). The disparity in VHA wheelchair prescription between these two groups indicates a need for further research regarding the assistive device prescription process in these populations... - A wheelchair usage monitoring/logging systemDan Ding
Member, IEEE, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, and Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 phone 412 365 4885 fax 412 365 3858 email
Conf Proc IEEE Eng Med Biol Soc 7:6897-9. 2005..The initial testing results showed that the system can be used as a clinical compliance tool to determine how clients are using their wheelchairs, and if they are effectively using seat features to relieve seating pressure... - Repeatability of ultrasonographic median nerve measuresBradley G Impink
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Veterans Affairs and University of Pittsburgh, 7180 Highland Drive 151R1 H, Building 4, East Wing, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206, USA
Muscle Nerve 41:767-73. 2010..We believe an appropriately designed protocol can utilize ultrasound to accurately assess changes in median nerve characteristics after activity... - Ultrasonographic median nerve changes after a wheelchair sporting eventBradley G Impink
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 90:1489-94. 2009..To investigate the acute median nerve response to intense wheelchair propulsion by using ultrasonography and to examine the relationship between carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) signs and symptoms and the acute median nerve response... - Evaluation of the safety and durability of low-cost nonprogrammable electric powered wheelchairsJonathan L Pearlman
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Center, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare Systems, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 86:2361-70. 2005..Based on our results, these EPWs do not, in general, meet the ANSI/RESNA Wheelchair Standards requirements... - Validation of grayscale-based quantitative ultrasound in manual wheelchair users: relationship to established clinical measures of shoulder pathologyJennifer L Collinger
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206, USA
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 89:390-400. 2010..The primary aim of this study is to establish the validity of grayscale-based quantitative ultrasound (QUS) measures of the biceps and supraspinatus tendons... - Proper propulsionAlicia M Koontz
Research Laboratories, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, USA
Rehab Manag 16:18-22. 2003 - Freestyle seatingMark R Schmeler
Center for Assistive Technology, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, USA
Rehab Manag 17:38-42. 2004 - Analysis of whole-body vibration during manual wheelchair propulsion: a comparison of seat cushions and back supports for individuals without a disabilityCarmen P DiGiovine
Assistive Technology Unit, Department of Disability and Human Development, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Assist Technol 15:129-44. 2003..From a clinical perspective, the time domain transmissibility best describes the transmission of whole-body vibration... - Kinetic and physiological analysis of the GAME(Wheels) systemShirley G Fitzgerald
Houston VA Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 39:627-34. 2002.... - Demographic characteristics of veterans who received wheelchairs and scooters from Veterans Health AdministrationSandra L Hubbard
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Rehabilitation Outcomes Research Center of Excellence, North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System, Gainesville, FL, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 43:831-44. 2006..585) were more likely than Caucasians to receive standard wheelchairs. Hispanics (OR = 0.4), African Americans (OR = 0.7), and American Indians/Asians (OR = 0.4) were less likely than Caucasians to receive scooters... - Whole-body vibration during manual wheelchair propulsion with selected seat cushions and back supportsCarmen P DiGiovine
Assistive Technology Unit, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
IEEE Trans Neural Syst Rehabil Eng 11:311-22. 2003..Comparisons between the individuals own seating system and the tested seating systems suggest that the individuals are not using the most appropriate seating system in terms of the reduction of vibration transmission... - Upper-limb joint power and its distribution in spinal cord injured wheelchair users: steady-state self-selected speed versus maximal acceleration trialsRobert Price
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98053, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 88:456-63. 2007..To compare upper-limb joint power magnitude and distribution between the shoulder, elbow, and wrist during maximal acceleration (MAC) versus steady-state, self-selected speed (SSS) manual wheelchair propulsion... - Preserving upper-limb function in spinal cord injuryMichael L Boninger
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 88:817; author reply 818. 2007 - Push for powerRory A Cooper
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, USA
Rehab Manag 17:32-6. 2004 - Introduction to nanotechnology: potential applications in physical medicine and rehabilitationAssaf T Gordon
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, New York University, Rusk Institute, New York, New York, USA
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 86:225-41. 2007.... - Reliability and diagnostic accuracy of the clinical examination and patient self-report measures for cervical radiculopathyRobert S Wainner
U S Army Baylor Graduate Program in Physical Therapy, Fort Sam, Houston, Texas, USA
Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 28:52-62. 2003..A blinded, prospective diagnostic test study was conducted... - Peer review: issues in physical medicine and rehabilitationAmy K Wagner
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Safar Center for Resucitation Research University of pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213, USA
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 82:790-802. 2003..It also provides suggestions for editorial considerations and improvements in the peer-review process for physical medicine and rehabilitation research journals... - Acute inpatient rehabilitation of 55 patients after liver transplantationMegan H Cortazzo
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 84:880-4. 2005..Rehabilitation professionals should be aware of potential complications and factors that may affect the rehabilitation of this patient population... - Development of a clinical prediction rule for the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndromeRobert S Wainner
US Army Baylor Graduate Program in Physical Therapy, Fort Sam, Houston, TX, USA
Arch Phys Med Rehabil 86:609-18. 2005..To develop a clinical prediction rule (CPR) and to assess the reliability and diagnostic accuracy of individual clinical examination items for the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)... - Trends and issues in wheelchair technologiesRory A Cooper
Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Assist Technol 20:61-72. 2008..Some of the trends in wheelchairs are going to require new service delivery mechanisms, changes to public policy, and certainly greater coordination between consumers, policy makers, manufacturers, researchers, and service providers... - Development of the seating and mobility script concordance test for spinal cord injury: obtaining content validity evidenceLaura J Cohen
Human Engineering Research Laboratories/VA Center of Excellence in Wheelchairs and Related Technology, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15206, USA
Assist Technol 17:122-32. 2005..The process utilized to develop the SMSCT in spinal cord injury can be replicated for other diagnoses and domains... - Intelligent walkers for the elderly: performance and safety testing of VA-PAMAID robotic walkerAndrew J Rentschler
Human Engineering Research Laboratories, VA Rehabilitation Research and Development Center, VA Pittsburgh Healthcare Systems, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, USA
J Rehabil Res Dev 40:423-31. 2003..The VA-PAMAID has good range, has adequate reaction time, and is structurally sound. Clinical trials are planned to compare the device to other low-technical adaptive mobility devices...
Research Grants
- Acute Rotator Cuff Tendon Changes Associated with Wheelchair PropulsionMichael Boninger; Fiscal Year: 2007..This type of information is critical to appropriate selection of interventions in subsequent controlled trials. ..
- Wheelchair Propulsion TrainingMichael Boninger; Fiscal Year: 2007..Minimizing cadence and maximizing push angle during wheelchair propulsion may help to minimize injuries and could be the first step in an interventional trial to reduce arm pain in SCI. ..
- Training Rehabilitation Clinicians for Research CareersMichael Boninger; Fiscal Year: 2007..Potential mentors include senior faculty from the School of Medicine, School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences, the Graduate School of Public Health, School of Arts & Sciences, and the School of Engineering. ..