NIH Reporter #5I01RX003096-06

Development of Balanced Reach Training Platform for Veterans with Balance Disorders

The Baltimore VA Medical Center is seeking proposals for the development of a Balanced Reach Training Platform to support Veterans with balance disorders. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Baltimore VA Medical Center - Scope of Work: - Develop a Balanced Reach Training Protocol (BRTP) targeting older and neurologically disabled Veterans - Create assessment tools and training protocols to improve balance and reduce falls - Focus on Veterans affected by aging, neurological conditions, or traumatic brain injury - Potential for broader application to other populations with balance disorders - Products/Services Requested: - No specific OEMs, vendors, part numbers, or quantities identified - Emphasis on research, development, and implementation of novel protocols and tools - Unique Requirements: - Solution must address the needs of Veterans with complex balance disorders - Project is funded under the RX-20-003 program - No off-the-shelf products specified; custom development is required

Description

This project aims to develop a novel Balanced Reach Training Protocol (BRTP) to improve balance in Veterans, particularly those with balance deficits due to aging, neurological, or traumatic brain injury conditions. The protocol involves reaching and pointing tasks designed to challenge and expand balance limits, with the goal of reducing fall risk and enhancing diagnostic and treatment methods. The project is part of the Musculoskeletal Health & Function study section and focuses on assessment tools and training protocols to improve balance and reduce falls among Veterans.

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