"Characterizing the Mechanical and Biomechanical Effort of Manual Wheelchair Propulsion"
Stephen H. Sprigle, PhD, PT
Director, Rehabilitation Engineering and Applied Research (REAR) Lab
Professor
School of Industrial Design, School of Applied Physiology
Georgia Tech
The Rehabilitation Engineering and Applied Research (REAR) Lab undertakes applied research and device development targeting the increased heath and function of persons with disabilities. Specific areas of interest include: wheeled mobility and seating, pressure ulcer prevention and treatment; design of diagnostic tissue interrogation devices; design of assistive technology.