Caregiver Assisted Transfer Technique Instrument (CATT) Evaluation Study – Care Recipient

STUDY BASICS

Have you had a physical disability diagnosis for at least the past 2 years? Do you use a wheeled mobility device at least 30 hours/week, and require assistance with transfers? You and your caregiver may be able to participate in a study to evaluate CATT by using it to find out how individuals with physical disabilities and their caregivers perform assisted transfers. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

The purpose of this research study is to examine the Caregiver Assisted Transfer Technique Instrument (CATT), a tool used to assess proper transfer technique with a goal of reducing injury risk to caregivers and their care recipients.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Over 18 years old
• Require assistance with transfers
• Use a mobility device
• Receive transfer assistance from a caregiver or care attendant
• Caregiver and recipient must both be eligible to participate

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

• 2 visits
  • You will be asked to complete surveys and perform routine transfers.
  • You will be asked to preform the same transfer procedures as visit one.