| Issues in maintenance and repairs of wheelchairs: A pilot study. | |
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PMID: 16680622 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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In this pilot study, we assessed wheelchair durability and its effect on user satisfaction. Specifically, we examined the characteristics of the participants' wheelchairs, the types of maintenance and repairs completed, and whether the participants' satisfaction was affected by problems with their wheelchairs. A convenience sample of 130 participants who used wheelchairs as their primary means of mobility was recruited. Participants completed a questionnaire about their wheelchairs, the maintenance and repair history, and their satisfaction levels. Results showed that 26% of the participants had completed a wheelchair repair in the past 6 months, 16% had completed general maintenance, and 27% had completed tire repairs. Neither hours of wheelchair use nor wheelchair age affected repair or maintenance frequency. Participants were generally satisfied with their wheelchairs. Better understanding of wheelchair maintenance and repair issues will guide improvements in wheelchair design and enhance the community participation of individuals who use wheelchairs. |
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Authors:
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Shirley G Fitzgerald; Diane M Collins; Rory A Cooper; Michelle Tolerico; Annmarie Kelleher; Peter Hunt; Stephanie Martin; Bradley Impink; Rosemarie Cooper |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S. |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Journal of rehabilitation research and development Volume: 42 ISSN: 1938-1352 ISO Abbreviation: J Rehabil Res Dev Publication Date: 2005 Nov-Dec |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2006-05-08 Completed Date: 2007-12-21 Revised Date: 2009-05-05 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8410047 Medline TA: J Rehabil Res Dev Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 853-62 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA. sgf9@pitt.edu |
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Adult Consumer Product Safety* Equipment Design Equipment Failure Female Humans Maintenance Male Middle Aged Patient Satisfaction / statistics & numerical data* Pilot Projects Probability Questionnaires Wheelchairs / standards* |
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