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NCT07221552 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Evaluation of the PPAL
A NA study of Age Problems, sponsored by Alicia Koontz.
- Recruiting
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 16
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT07221552 is a NA study of Age Problems that is actively recruiting participants, run by Alicia Koontz. The registered enrollment target is 16 participants. The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.
The verdict
NCT07221552, a NA study of Age Problems, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Alicia Koontz.
- RECRUITING
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 16 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
This research study is being conducted to better understand the impact of the PPAL assisted toileting device. The PPAL consists of a powered, height-adjustable commode chair with integrated transfer boards. The system is designed to allow users to assist with their own transfers to and from the bed or chair to the PPAL for toileting, with minimal manual assistance from caregivers. Users who require assistance with transfers, and their caregivers, have a high likelihood of experiencing injury during transfers. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the PPAL bedside commode in a home setting to better understand the impact of the device during a six-week at-home trial. Participants will be asked to schedule a home visit with the research team to screen their home, answer questions, and observe the participant's current transfer methods to their toilet or commode to ensure that both the participant and caregiver are appropriate candidates for the device. Once approved, a delivery date will be arranged to deliver the PPAL to the participant's home. At the end of the six-week trial, the study team will arrange a final visit to retrieve the PPAL and again ask questions and observe a toilet transfer using both the PPAL and the customary commode. Finally, the investigators will interview the participant and caregiver to assess their satisfaction with the device. This interview will be audio recorded. This study involves minimal risks, which are expected to occur infrequently. There is a possibility that the participant could experience a scrape, bruise, cut, or pinch injury while using a device with which they are not familiar. There is also the possibility that the participant could fall when attempting to transfer to or from the device; however, the investigators will thoroughly demonstrate the device and monitor its use to minimize this risk. There is also a risk of breach of confidentiality, as text messages and emails may not be encrypted or secure during transmiss
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DEVICE PPAL
Study Locations (1)
Pennsylvania
- University of Pittsburgh: Human Engineering Research Laboratories - Pittsburgh
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 16 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-01-20 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-08-31 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT07221552
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT07221552 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 16 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Alicia Koontz, which has 3 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 1 condition, with Age Problems appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 1 intervention - of which PPAL is the first listed.
NCT07221552 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Pennsylvania.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07221552 about?
NCT07221552 is a clinical study titled "Evaluation of the PPAL". This research study is being conducted to better understand the impact of the PPAL assisted toileting device. The PPAL consists of a powered, height-adjustable commode chair with integrated transfer boards. The system is designed to allow users to assist with their own transfers to and from the bed ...
What is the current status of trial NCT07221552?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 16 participants. The study started on 2026-01-20. Estimated completion is 2026-08-31.
What conditions does trial NCT07221552 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Age Problems.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07221552?
The interventions under investigation include: PPAL (DEVICE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07221552?
This trial is sponsored by Alicia Koontz, which has 3 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT07221552 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Pennsylvania. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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