A framework for a new approach to empower users through low-cost and do-it-yourself assistive technology

T Pousada Garcia, J Garabal-Barbeira… - International Journal of …, 2021 - mdpi.com
Background: Assistive Technology (AT) refers to “assistive products and related systems and
services developed for people to maintain or improve functioning and thereby to promote …

[HTML][HTML] Making Video Games More Inclusive for People Living With Motor Neuron Disease: Sco** Review

B O'Mara, M Harrison, K Harley… - JMIR Rehabilitation and …, 2024 - rehab.jmir.org
Background: Evidence suggests that individuals with motor neuron disease (MND), a
terminal illness, find enjoyment and social connection through video games. However, MND …

Bridging the gap: challenges and opportunities of assistive technology loan library systems for individuals with intellectual disabilities in the United States

P Mahmood, J Ruffing, O Ilozumba… - Disability and …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
Purpose In an increasingly technology-driven world, this study explores the accessibility of
assistive technology for individuals with intellectual disabilities through assistive technology …

Lessons learned from a pediatric powered mobility lending program

N Gefen, PL Weiss, A Rigbi… - Disability and …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
Purpose To evaluate children's characteristics and impact of a powered wheelchair lending
program including comparisons of diagnostic sub-groups, and validation of a predictive …

Assessment and counseling to get the best efficiency and effectiveness of the assistive technology (MATCH): Study protocol

T Pousada García, B Groba Gonzalez, L Nieto-Riveiro… - PloS one, 2022 - journals.plos.org
Aims To determine the psychosocial impact of assistive technology (AT) based on robotics
and artificial intelligence in the life of people with disabilities. Background The best match …

The Complexities of Prescribing Assistive Equipment at the End of Life—Patient and Caregivers' Perspectives

DD Morgan, E Willis, K Sweet, P Roe, J Rabaçal… - Healthcare, 2022 - mdpi.com
Ongoing participation in valued and essential everyday activities remains a priority for
people with advanced disease. This study sought to understand factors influencing patients …

The Arabic psychosocial impact of assistive devices scale: Development, translation, and evaluation

B Boyle, I Arnedillo-Sanchez, A Zahid… - Assistive …, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
This paper describes the development, translation, and early evaluation of the Arabic
Psychosocial Impact of Assistive Devices Scale (AR-PIADS), an outcome measure …

Psychometric properties of the Spanish version of psychosocial impact of assistive devices scale in a large sample of people with neuromuscular, neurological, or …

E Díez, E Jiménez-Arberas, T Pousada - Frontiers in Psychology, 2021 - frontiersin.org
Assistive technology (AT) is any device, software, or equipment designed for and used by
individuals with disabilities to engage in everyday activities and achieve independence …

Assistive technology in palliative medicine: equipment needs

R Kelly, B Manning, K Broome - BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care, 2023 - spcare.bmj.com
Objectives Most people prefer to die at home. Timely and appropriate provision of assistive
technology can support people to remain at home in the palliative phase. A state-wide …

Impact on occupations and social participation derived from communication processes in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

A Roel Porta, J Garabal-Barbeira… - World Federation of …, 2023 - Taylor & Francis
ABSTRACT Introduction: Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a neurodegenerative
disease that in its evolution affects the occupational performance of the person. This may …