This is a trial to test the effect of using an educational resource called the “Spinal Cord Injury Activities of Daily Living Educational Manual” in individuals with recent spinal cord injuries. The manual includes 5 chapters of text and illustrations focused on 1) the rehabilitation team, 2) activities of daily living, 3) assistive devices, 4) home environment adaptation, and 5) basic knowledge about SCI. Participants will receive conventional therapy with or without using the manual. Those who used the manual will be compared at several time points with those who did not on a scale that measures functional independence. Final testing will be performed after 6 weeks.
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Type
Details
The participant will receive conventional therapy with or without SADL-eM. Final testing of independence will be performed after 6 weeks.
Main benefits
Arm/hand function
Additional benefits
Bladder health/function
Bowel health
General health
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Standing/walking/mobility
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
Wings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
Learn moreWings for Life has proudly initiated, led and funded the new version of the SCI Trials Finder website. Wings for Life aims to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. The not-for-profit foundation funds world-class scientific research and clinical trials around the globe.
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