Modified Cars and Mobility Delays

This project will focus on identifying real-world tracking of and barriers to usage of modified ride-on toy cars in children with mobility delays. It will also investigate whether modified ride-on car usage relates to global developmental outcomes in children with mobility delays.

Apply to Participate

Complete the online form below to apply for a ride-on toy car and to participate in this research study.

Application form

Study Details

The child will receive a modified ride on car, a toy car that may be an alternative way for children to move around and explore.

• Caregivers will be asked to use the car with their child over a 3-month period then share their perception about the toy car use.
• Each car will have a tracking system that measures how much and where the car has been used.
• The child will be also asked to engage in some clinical tests of development that evaluate motor, cognitive, language, problem-solving skills, motivation, learning about mobility and enjoyment.
• These assessments will require two visits:
  • Before you receive the car and after 3 months of use. Two options will be available for participation in these two assessment visits: in-person or telehealth visits (via Zoom with caregiver instruction in real-time).