Capturing change: Understanding the physical and psychosocial impacts of adaptive bikes

Biking is a common physical activity enjoyed by children and adults around the world. Children with disabilities may not be able to use a standard bike but can participate using bikes that are customized based on their individual needs. There is some indication that adaptive biking has physical and psychosocial benefits. However, there is a need to examine these benefits using a systematic measurement approach. In this study we will partner with Freedom Concepts Inc. to develop and evaluate an assessment bike and protocol that captures both physical and psychosocial changes with an adaptive biking program. The proposed project will lead to the development of a standardized process to measure the potential benefits of adaptive biking.

Faculty Supervisor:

Jacquie Ripat;Danny Mann;Cheryl Glazebrook

Student:

Aashka Desai

Partner:

Freedom Concepts

Discipline:

Other

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Manitoba