Quantitative measures with WREX usage.
Tracy M Shank, Jinyong Wee, Jennifer Ty...
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28814012Actively Recruiting
Age: 16Years +
All Genders
ID07121075
The Effects of a Dynamic Arm Support in Daily Life. A Mixed Methods Study Including the Different Components of the ICF
Led by Hasselt University · Updated on 2025-08-13
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Participants Needed
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Sponsors
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Hasselt University
Lead Sponsor
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Focal Meditech BV
Collaborating Sponsor
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying how a dynamic arm support device (DAS) affects daily activities for people aged 16 and older with neurological or neuromuscular conditions. The study aims to understand participants' experiences with and without the DAS and explore external and personal factors influencing its use. This mixed-method study combines quantitative questionnaires and qualitative interviews to capture a comprehensive picture of daily life impacts. Participants will engage in three testing sessions: the first session without using the DAS, and the second and third sessions after using the DAS for approximately 3 to 4 weeks and 3 months, respectively. The dynamic arm supports involved are developed by Focal Meditech and include models such as Balancer, Flowing, Dowing, Gowing 2, or Top Help. Data collection will be conducted via phone interviews, digital questionnaires, or paper forms. During the study, participants complete various questionnaires and in-depth interviews to assess occupational performance, psychosocial impact, pain, fatigue, flow state during tasks, and positive health. These assessments occur before receiving the DAS, then again at 3 weeks and 3 months after delivery. Researchers will analyze the results to compare life with and without the device, aiming to include about 50 participants in total.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
The Effects of a Dynamic Arm Support in Daily Life
Who Can Participate
Age: 16Years +
All Genders
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age 16 years or older
- Able to understand and follow test instructions
- Currently using a dynamic arm support from Focal Meditech (Balancer, Flowing, Dowing, Gowing 2, or Top Help)
You will not qualify if you...
- None specified in the available information; no exclusion criteria provided explicitly
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Implementation
Duration - Initial delivery and device set-up period
Participants receive a new dynamic arm support device developed by Focal Meditech.
1 visit (in-person) at device delivery
Monitoring
Duration - 3 months
Participants complete questionnaires, measurements, and in-depth interviews to assess daily life with and without the dynamic arm support.
3 testing sessions: at device delivery, 3 weeks after delivery, and 3 months after delivery
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Focal Meditech BV (their clients in their home situation)
Tilburg, Netherlands, 5026SP
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Research Team
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Annemie Spooren, Professor Doctor
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
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Number of Arms
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