(CATT) Instrument Survey Study - Clinicians

STUDY BASICS

Are you a clinician with at least 3 years’ experience providing transfer assistance to adults with physical impairments due spinal cord injury or disease? If so, you may be able to provide feedback about a new tool designed to help evaluate caregivers’ transfer technique. Participation in this research study involves completing one online survey. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

Some people who have a spinal cord injury or spinal cord disease require assistance transferring from one place to another. Family members or other informal caregivers often assist with transfers, but many informal caregivers have not received adequate training about the best way to perform these activities.

The purpose of this study is to collect feedback about a new instrument called the Caregiver Assisted Transfer Instrument (CATT), which was developed to evaluate caregivers’ transfer technique. Researchers hope their findings lead to safer, more effective transfers for people with spinal cord injury or disease in the future.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• Clinicians aged 18 and up
• Have at least 3 years’ experience working with adults with spinal cord injury or disease
• Have at least 3 years’ experience performing assisted transfers
• Have an email address and access to an internet-connected device

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

After an initial phone call, eligible participants will be asked to complete a 1-hour online survey.