Persons with spinal cord injury (SCI) encounter many problems, such as secondary conditions, after their injury. Secondary conditions can amplify the effects of the disability and cause decreased function and further limitations. This study investigated a computerized risk assessment feedback tool and consultation package with two SCI participants to assess whether these intervention tools could increase specific behaviors associated with the reduction of pressure sores and urinary tract infections. This study evaluated the effects of this package on weight shifting and fluid intake. The findings suggest that an individualized risk assessment feedback tool and consultation package can have moderate effects in increasing preventive behaviors that may reduce the incidence of related secondary conditions.

risk assessment, secondary conditions, single subject design, spinal cord injury
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