Pressure distribution in tilting and reclining wheelchairs with an air cushion: A pilot study

IF 0.8 Q4 HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES

Biomedical Human Kinetics Pub Date : 2021-01-01 DOI:10.2478/bhk-2021-0015

Hyunwoo Choi, Heymin Lee, Jeongwon Choi, Ji-suk Moon, Juhyang Jeong, Dohee Joo, Ingyu Yoo

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Abstract

Abstract Study aim: The aim of this study was to determine the optimal angle for maximizing pressure distribution in two types of wheelchairs (tilting and reclining) while using a ROHO cushion, which offers relatively effective pressure distribution. Material and methods: This study enrolled 28 male and female college students who understood the purpose of the study and agreed to participate. This study aimed to determine the optimal angle for tilting and reclining wheelchairs when using a ROHO cushion at angles of 10°, 20°, and 30° with tilted wheelchairs and 90°, 110°, and 130° with reclining wheelchairs. Results: The analysis showed that an improved pressure distribution when a tilting wheelchair was used versus a reclining one. A reclining position of ≥110° and a tilt angle of ≥20° led to significant pressure-reducing effects. Conclusion: The results of this study will help wheelchair users or their guardians to select the optimal wheelchair angle when changing their posture to prevent bedsores. Although no slippage was observed in our study, it is important to remember the proper back position to prevent unnecessary slippage.

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带气垫的倾斜和斜倚轮椅的压力分布:一项试点研究

摘要研究目的:本研究的目的是确定两种类型的轮椅(倾斜和斜倚)在使用ROHO坐垫时压力分布最大化的最佳角度，该坐垫可提供相对有效的压力分布。材料与方法:本研究招募了28名了解研究目的并同意参与的男女大学生。本研究旨在确定ROHO坐垫在倾斜轮椅上的最佳倾斜角度为10°、20°和30°，在倾斜轮椅上的最佳倾斜角度为90°、110°和130°。结果:分析表明，当倾斜轮椅与斜倚轮椅使用时，压力分布得到改善。俯卧位≥110°，倾斜角度≥20°时，减压效果显著。结论:本研究结果有助于轮椅使用者或其监护人在改变轮椅姿势时选择最佳轮椅角度，预防褥疮的发生。虽然在我们的研究中没有观察到打滑，但重要的是要记住正确的背部位置以防止不必要的打滑。

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Biomedical Human Kinetics HEALTH CARE SCIENCES & SERVICES-

CiteScore

1.50

自引率

12.50%

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审稿时长

15 weeks

期刊介绍： The leading idea is the health-directed quality of life. The journal thus covers many biomedical areas related to physical activity, e.g. physiology, biochemistry, biomechanics, anthropology, medical issues associated with physical activities, physical and motor development, psychological and sociological issues associated with physical activities, rehabilitation, health-related sport issues and fitness, etc.