Implementing a Decision Support Tool to Prevent Community-Acquired Pressure Injury in Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) in the Spinal Cord Injury Clinic
Launched by VA OFFICE OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT · Jul 25, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of July 23, 2025
Recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is studying a new tool designed to help prevent pressure injuries in veterans with spinal cord injuries (SCI). Pressure injuries, also known as bedsores, can occur when someone is unable to move around easily, which is often the case for people with SCI. The tool, called the Community Acquired Pressure Injury Prevention Field Implementation Tool (CAPP-FIT), will be used in seven different clinics across the country to see if it helps reduce the number of pressure injuries that develop outside of hospitals.
To participate in this study, veterans must have a scheduled appointment at an SCI clinic and be able to complete a survey about their risk for pressure injuries. The survey can be done online, and it helps healthcare providers understand what actions to take to keep veterans healthy. Participants can expect to receive support from their healthcare team as they use this new tool, and researchers will also gather feedback to improve the program. Overall, this trial aims to make a positive impact on the quality of life for veterans living with SCI by preventing pressure injuries.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- Veteran participant eligibility criteria include:
- • assigned provider in SCI clinic who is willing to participate in the study
- • has a scheduled appointment in the SCI clinic
- • ability to complete survey
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • active diagnosis of dementia
About Va Office Of Research And Development
The VA Office of Research and Development (ORD) is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of veterans through innovative research initiatives. As a pivotal sponsor of clinical trials, ORD focuses on a broad spectrum of health-related topics, including mental health, rehabilitation, and chronic disease management, ensuring that findings are directly applicable to the unique needs of the veteran population. With a commitment to scientific excellence and collaboration, ORD promotes rigorous study designs and ethical standards, facilitating the translation of research discoveries into improved clinical practices and policies that enhance veteran care.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Long Beach, California, United States
Tampa, Florida, United States
Houston, Texas, United States
Hines, Illinois, United States
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Palo Alto, California, United States
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Elizabeth E Burkhart, PhD
Principal Investigator
Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported