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Tractor seating for operators with paraplegia.

C S Wilhite¹, W E Field², M Jaramillo¹

¹a Division of Occupational Therapy , University of New Mexico , Albuquerque , New Mexico , USA.

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|July 25, 2016

Summary

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Tractor seats may not adequately redistribute pressure for individuals with paraplegia, increasing risks of pressure ulcers. Specialized cushions may be necessary for safe operation of agricultural equipment.

Keywords:

intervention paraplegia pressure mapping seating supports tractor seating

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Area of Science:

Rehabilitation Engineering
Biomechanics
Human Factors Engineering

Background:

Individuals with paraplegia operating agricultural machinery face risks of pressure ulcers due to prolonged sitting.
Standard tractor seats may not provide adequate pressure redistribution for this population.
Existing seating solutions require further investigation for efficacy and potential drawbacks.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the feasibility of using pressure mapping instruments to evaluate seated pressure during simulated tractor operation.
To determine the effectiveness of a standard tractor seat and alternative cushion interventions in pressure redistribution for individuals with paraplegia.

Main Methods:

A feasibility study employing a single-subject research design with repeated measures.
Utilized a pressure mapping instrument to collect data during simulated tractor operation.
Evaluated pressure distribution on a standard contour tractor seat and four cushion interventions.

Main Results:

The contour tractor seat was insufficient in redistributing pressure, posing a higher risk for pressure ulcer development in individuals with paraplegia.
Pressure mapping technology is viable for studying seated pressure in dynamic environments.
Alternative seating solutions, such as wheelchair cushions, may be required but can alter the seating climate.

Conclusions:

Standard tractor seats are inadequate for pressure management in individuals with paraplegia operating agricultural equipment.
Pressure mapping is a feasible method for evaluating seating interventions in dynamic settings.
Further research is needed to validate these findings and explore optimal seating solutions that balance pressure distribution and environmental factors.