Over 50% of wheelchair users report at least one wheelchair breakdown in the past 6 months.

Wheelchair breakdowns can result in being stranded or injured.

INTERESTED IN LEARNING WHEELCHAIR MAINTENANCE?

We have developed a 1-hour web-based
training program on wheelchair maintenance.

Clipart image of a computer, a screwdriver, two wheelchairs, and a wrench

Willing to participate in a research study?

As an option, you may also be eligible to participate in a research study related to
the training if you have a traumatic spinal cord injury and use a wheelchair for mobility.
You may receive compensation for your time.

If you have questions please contact Ian Smith at:
412-648-4196 or smithij@upmc.edu.

CLICK HERE
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT
OUR RESEARCH STUDY

CLICK HERE
TO ACCESS THE TRAINING
WITHOUT BEING A PART OF
THE RESEARCH STUDY

Interested in Online Transfer Training?

Interested in an App for Tracking Maintenance and Repairs for your Wheelchair?