A Study of Using of a Shear Reduction Surface in Pre-hospital Transport
Overview
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Study type
InterventionalDescribes the nature of a clinical study. Types include:
- Observational study — observes people and measures outcomes without affecting results.
- Interventional study (clinical trial) — studies new tests, treatments, drugs, surgical procedures or devices.
- Medical records research — uses historical information collected from medical records of large groups of people to study how diseases progress and which treatments and surgeries work best.
Study IDs
Site IRB
- Rochester, Minnesota: 15-004912
NCT ID: NCT02591641
Sponsor Protocol Number: 15-004912
About this study
The purpose of this study is to determine if the use of an anti-shear mattress overlay placed on a pre-hospital transport stretcher reduces shear forces and pressure on the skin, and increases patient comfort as compared to standard care.
Participation eligibility
Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.
Inclusion Criteria
- Healthy adult volunteers
- 18-70 years old
- Able to read and write English
- Height of 6 feet tall or less
- Weight under 300 lbs
Exclusion Criteria
- Non-English speaking
- Pregnancy
- Prisoners
- Previous history of pelvic fracture, or pressure ulcers on sacrum, ischial tuberosity, or heel
- Adhesive allergy or sensitivity
- Height over 6 feet tall
- Weight over 300 lbs
Participating Mayo Clinic locations
Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.
Mayo Clinic Location |
Status |
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Rochester, Minn.
Mayo Clinic principal investigator Ann Tescher, APRN, CNS, Ph.D. |
Closed for enrollment |
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