Adaptive sports programs are integral components to combating Veteran isolation, promoting wellbeing and seeking to build teams, networks, communities. These activity-based communities are medicine free treatment systems enhancing Veterans' health from a holistic perspective. This approach to Veteran healthcare is critical as studies indicate Veterans not only have 56% higher perceived social isolation but are also 1.5x more susceptible to suicide than the general public. It is imperative to improve access to exercise and physical activity through adaptive sport or recreation. This proposal is going to focus on Adaptive Indoor Rowing for Veterans with limited or changing trunk stability (i.e. SCI/D, paralysis, paresis, etc.). Rowing is a unique full-body activity that increases cardiovascular demand and increases coordination and aerobic capacity through movement. This proposal aims to address critical gaps in adaptive rowing technology and provide Veterans with limited trunk stability access to full stroke adaptive rowing.
central nervous system impairment
spinal cord injuries with single neurological level in the cervical to lumbosacral region
cerebrovascular accident with associated sequelae including but not limited to hemiparesis and spasticity
neurodegenerative disorders including but not limited to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, multiple system atrophy, and parkinsonism
acute illness or injury
active or recent pressure injuries in the last 6 months affecting their ability to safely row (e.g., the coccyx, ischial tuberosity, sacrum, etc.)
Individuals who would be classified as NE or PR3-PD - FISA Para-Rowing Classifications
Flap procedure to address pressure injury less than one year prior
Crossover
Adaptive Indoor Rowing Seat
DeviceLight weight adjustable indoor rowing seat for Veterans with limited trunk stability.
Paddle Sport adaptive seating system
DeviceOn market comparator (discontinued) adaptive indoor rowing seat for individuals with limited trunk stability.
Trunk Movement
Changes in angular trunk position (degrees) will be captured during a self-selected, moderate pace for 2-5 minutes depending on their ability. They will complete 3 trials of rowing with at least 10 minutes of rest between trials on each seat.
Rowing Stroke Length
Changes in stroke length (cm) will be captured during a self-selected, moderate pace for 2-5 minutes depending on their ability. They will complete 3 trials of rowing with at least 10 minutes of rest between trials on each seat.
Power (Watts)
Changes in power generation (Watts) will be captured during a self-selected, moderate pace for 2-5 minutes depending on their ability. They will complete 3 trials of rowing with at least 10 minutes of rest between trials on each seat.
Custom Usability Items
Questions study specific to the usability of the indoor rowing seats
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VA Office of Research and Development
Lead sponsor
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
Collaborator
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