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MacNeil M, Hirslund E, Baiocco-Romano L, Kuspinar A, Stolee P. A scoping review of the use of intelligent assistive technologies in rehabilitation practice with older adults. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2024; 19:1817-1848. [PMID: 37498115 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2023.2239277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2022] [Revised: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023]
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PURPOSE There is growing interest in intelligent assistive technologies (IATs) in the rehabilitation and support of older adults, however, the factors contributing to or preventing their use in practice are not well understood. This study aimed to develop an overview of current knowledge on barriers and facilitators to the use of smart technologies in rehabilitative practice with older adults. MATERIALS AND METHODS We undertook a scoping review following guidelines proposed by Arksey and O'Malley (2005) and Levac et al. (2010). A computerised literature search was conducted using the Scopus and Ovid databases, yielding 7995 citations. Of these, 94 studies met inclusion criteria. Analysis of extracted data identified themes which were explored in semi-structured interviews with a purposefully selected sample of seven clinical rehabilitation practitioners (three physical therapists, two occupational therapists, and two speech-language pathologists). RESULTS Barriers and facilitators to using these technologies were associated with accessibility, reported effectiveness, usability, patient-centred considerations, and staff considerations. CONCLUSIONS Collaborative efforts of policy-makers, researchers, manufacturers, rehabilitation professionals, and older persons are needed to improve the design of technologies, develop appropriate funding and reimbursement strategies, and minimise barriers to their appropriate use to support independence and quality of life. Any strategies to improve upon barriers to prescribing smart technologies for older people should leverage the expertise of rehabilitation professionals operating at the interface between older people; their health/mobility; their families; and technology-based solutions.
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- Maggie MacNeil
- School of Nursing, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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- School of Public Health Sciences, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Canada
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- School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada
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- School of Public Health Sciences, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Canada
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Tan HL, Aplin T, McAuliffe T, Siow AS, Gullo H. Training and learning support for people with vision impairment in the use of smartphones and applications (apps): an exploratory Australasian survey. Aust Occup Ther J 2024. [PMID: 38839299 DOI: 10.1111/1440-1630.12972] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Revised: 05/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Occupational therapists working in low vision rehabilitation make recommendations for assistive technology (AT) and provide training in AT use for people with vision impairment (PVI) to support participation and independence. Smartphones and apps are an important AT for PVI, yet little is known about the training needs of PVI or what training is currently provided. Research exploring PVI's learning and training experiences is required to inform training development. PURPOSE This study aimed to explore the perspectives, needs, and recommendations of PVI from Australia and Singapore on smartphone training methods. METHODS An online survey collected data between November 2020 to February 2021. Participants were recruited from Australia and Singapore using purposeful sampling. The survey had three sections: (i) demographics, (ii) use of smartphones and apps, and (iii) training. It consisted of 26 closed and open-ended questions. The quantitative results from the survey were analysed descriptively, and responses to open-ended questions were analysed using content analysis. RESULTS Sixty-eight PVI responded to the survey, with 34 (50%) participants from each country. There were more Australians (n = 19/34, 55.9%) who had accessed formal training compared to Singaporeans (n = 11/34, 32.3%). Participants valued both formal and informal training, and self-training was the most used method for informal training (Australia: n = 29/34, 85%, Singapore: n = 22/34, 64.7%). Participants stated they preferred individualised formal training that caters to their learning needs and is provided by patient and knowledgeable trainers. They also preferred formal training, which is flexible and convenient to access, including online training with peers. CONCLUSION Findings such as providing individualised training, ensuring increased awareness of formal training, and using both formal and informal training methods can be considered by occupational therapists to enhance and develop training for PVI in the use of smartphones and apps. CONSUMER AND COMMUNITY CONSULTATION Consumers were involved at the development stage. Three people with vision impairment reviewed and provided feedback on the survey's accessibility and content.
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- Hwei Lan Tan
- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Queensland, Saint Lucia, Queensland, Australia
- Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology, Singapore
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Queensland, Saint Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Queensland, Saint Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology, Singapore
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Queensland, Saint Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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Domingues CDA, Laplane ALF. Assistive technology in public policies: trends in the international debate and implications for Brazil. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2024:1-13. [PMID: 38372271 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2316896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024]
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PURPOSE The objectives of this study(1) were threefold: to identify the main topics related to the international debate on Assistive Technology (AT) public policies, to analyze the Brazilian case in light of these topics, and to extract lessons that could be applied in Brazil and other countries to advance progress in the field. METHODOLOGY A qualitative study was conducted through a critical literature review, involving the search for, selection, and analysis of articles indexed in two information source portals and four databases from 2007 to 2023. International and Brazilian laws, reports, and other publications specifically related to AT policies were also included. RESULTS The analysis of 186 articles and Brazilian documents facilitated the examination of four themes: AT policies from a human rights perspective, public procurement, service delivery systems, and national plans. A subset of 107 publications was then selected for detailed analysis. DISCUSSION Initiatives such as implementing a national plan, establishing an AT research center, and creating a product catalog are considered virtuous. Enhancing the freedom of choice for products and developing public procurement mechanisms are identified as additional strategies to reinforce protections of human rights in Brazil. CONCLUSIONS Policy dynamics and national and international experiences suggest the potential for expanding initiatives and creating new solutions in Brazil. Universities and other scientific institutions emerge as promising loci for generating new knowledge to support the formulation of AT policies and facilitate their debate and further development.
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Ertas-Spantgar F, Korabova S, Gabel A, Schiering I, Müller SV. Guiding patients with traumatic brain injury through the instrumental activities of daily living with the RehaGoal App: a feasibility study. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2024; 19:254-265. [PMID: 35713480 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2022.2080290] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2021] [Accepted: 05/12/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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PURPOSE Individuals with traumatic brain injuries (TBI) often experience executive function impairments that impact activities of daily living. Assistive technologies can help overcome these disabilities and Goal Management Training (GMT) provides an effective therapeutic approach for treating such impairments. To capture the benefits of GMT with assistive technology we developed the RehaGoal App. In this study, we investigate whether combining a modified GMT (mGMT) with the RehaGoal App is feasible in terms of study design, and preliminary evaluation of the attainment of self-defined goals. We also examine if the app produces useful metrics data, tests its usability, and gauges its potential for improving goal attainment. METHODS We used a case study design to evaluate four individuals with impairments in executive functions after TBI. They underwent an 8-week mGMT and RehaGoal App intervention to achieve a self-defined goal. To investigate the intervention's feasibility, we collected Goal Attainment Scale (GAS) scores at two-time points, neuropsychological data at study start, System Usability Scale (SUS) scores at study end, and metrics data throughout the study period. RESULTS Participant retention and compliance rates were high. All participants improved on GAS. Metrics data was collected successfully and revealed different participant usage behaviours. Overall, the SUS scores of the participants indicated excellent app usability. CONCLUSIONS The intervention was feasible but the study design should be modified. Preliminary evaluation of GAS, SUS, and metrics data provided useful insights on user behaviour, app usability, and its role in achieving self-defined goals. The app received overall positive participant ratings.IMPLICATION FOR REHABILITATIONMetric data can be useful as it can give therapists additional opportunities to gain more information about the realization of intervention tasks between the therapy sessions allowing them to use this information to adjust therapy elements.RehaGoal App in combination with a modified GMT may be able to support participants with impairment in executive functions in completing the task of daily living.The study shows that the RehaGoal App is feasible in rehabilitation for a small sample size and that it may be scaled up in the future larger randomized controlled trial.
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- Funda Ertas-Spantgar
- Faculty of Social Work, Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, Wolfenbüttel, Germany
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- Faculty of Neurocognitive Psychology, Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg, Oldenburg, Germany
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- Faculty of Computer Science, Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, Wolfenbüttel, Germany
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- Faculty of Computer Science, Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, Wolfenbüttel, Germany
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- Faculty of Social Work, Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences, Wolfenbüttel, Germany
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D'Cunha NM, Isbel S, Goss J, Pezzullo L, Naumovski N, Gibson D. Assistive technology, information asymmetry and the role of brokerage services: a scoping review. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e063938. [PMID: 36574986 PMCID: PMC9806033 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-063938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Access to assistive technologies (ATs) is a human right for people with disabilities, but there are a range of barriers, including lack of adequate information. This review aimed to explore the implications of information asymmetry on the delivery of AT and to investigate if there are effective and equitable ways of providing AT brokerage services to people needing AT. DESIGN Scoping review. DATA SOURCES EBSCO Medline, EBSCO Cinahl, Academic Search Ultimate, Business Source Ultimate, Proquest Central, Scopus, Web of Science, PsychINFO, EconLit and JSTOR were searched through 18 July 2021. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Intervention and observational studies and articles directly related to information asymmetry and brokerage in the context of AT were included. In addition, a scan of web-based resources and services was undertaken. DATA EXTRACTION AND SYNTHESIS Four authors independently screened the articles for inclusion and performed a narrative synthesis. RESULTS Thirty-three articles were identified. The narrative synthesis showed that: (1) AT users want access to impartial information sources; (2) users want to be involved in AT selection; (3) users benefit from access to demonstration sites; (4) users want access to training and ongoing support in their use of AT; and (5) users want access to information on new and emerging technologies. Access to information and user engagement, we produced better outcomes and satisfaction. Web-based repositories are valuable for user research and peer feedback, while demonstration sites address the need for expert advice, trial use of equipment, training and support in equipment use and maintenance. CONCLUSIONS Access to impartial information brokerage is critical to optimise AT selection. The implications of information asymmetry include lower user satisfaction, equipment underutilisation or abandonment. Aspects such as access to demonstration sites and web-based resources were also important.
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- Nathan Martin D'Cunha
- Faculty of Health, University of Canberra, Bruce, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, University of Canberra, Bruce, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Health Research Institute, University of Canberra, Kaleen, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Well and Wise Health, Australian Capital Territory, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, University of Canberra, Bruce, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, University of Canberra, Bruce, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Gordon S, Telford-Sharp F, Crowe W, Champion S. Effectiveness of a co-designed technology package on perceptions of safety in community-dwelling older adults. Australas J Ageing 2022; 41:e257-e265. [PMID: 35635481 DOI: 10.1111/ajag.13095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2021] [Revised: 02/23/2022] [Accepted: 04/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Increasing numbers of older people are living longer, often alone, in their own homes. Services and products that enable older people to remain safely in their own homes are required. The My Smart Home project recruited 30 community-dwelling people aged 65+ to co-design a package of technology to address their individual goals for safety and security at home. The technology package, up to the value of $4000, included installation of health monitoring, communication and entertainment devices, and security alarms, with 6 hours of technology coaching. METHODS Participants completed the Personal Wellbeing Index (PWI), the Australian Quality of Life-8 Dimensions (AQoL-8D) and the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) at baseline, and after 4 weeks' use of the technology package. Semi-structured interviews were also used to qualitatively understand the challenges, enablers and outcomes of the project with respect to safety and security in the home. RESULTS Significant improvements in PWI (p < 0.01), AQoL-8D (p < 0.000) and COPM for goal performance (p < 0.000) and goal satisfaction (p < 0.000) were reported. Participants also reported feeling safer and more secure in their own homes. Common barriers to adoption of technology, cost, integration with already-owned technology and lack of confidence were overcome with this technology and coaching package. CONCLUSIONS An individualised package of technology, with coaching, that supports older people to realise their personal goals with technology resulted in improved well-being, quality of life and sense of safety and security in community-dwelling older people. Ultimately, this should support a longer and better quality of life at home.
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- Susan Gordon
- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.,ACH Group Inc., Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- ACH Group Inc., Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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Walker DM, Fletcher-Smith J, Sprigg N, Pandyan A. Designing a trial of early electrical stimulation to the stroke-affected arm: Qualitative findings on the barriers and facilitators. Br J Occup Ther 2021. [DOI: 10.1177/03080226211008706] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Introduction: This study aimed to explore the barriers and facilitators to implementing early therapeutic electrical stimulation (ES) treatment from both the patient and therapist perspectives as part of a feasibility study. Methods Design: Interviews were conducted with patients and their carers and focus groups with the therapists post-intervention period. Setting: Interviews were in the patient’s homes and for the focus groups in a specialist stroke unit in Nottinghamshire. Subjects: Fifteen patient participants (34% of sample) were interviewed (intervention n = 9; control group n = 3; carers n = 3). Sixteen therapists (9 occupational therapists; 7 physiotherapists) took part in the three focus groups. Intervention: Participants were randomized to receive usual care or usual care and ES to wrist flexors and extensors for 30 min, twice a day, 5 days a week for 3 months. Findings: The barriers to ES treatment cited by the therapists outweighed the barriers mentioned by patients. Therapists’ barriers included lack of confidence and staff knowledge regarding ES and time pressures of delivering the ES. No patients mentioned time as a barrier and considered the treatment regime to be acceptable; however, lack of staff support was mentioned 14 times by them. Conclusion: Although initially the perceived barrier for therapists was time restrictions, after analysing the data, it appears that confidence/knowledge is the real barrier, and time is the manifestation of this underlying self-doubt. Patients were able to confidently self-manage treatment, and although efficacy was not measured, patients volunteered information regarding its perceived benefit, and no adverse effects were reported.
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- Dawn-Marie Walker
- School of Health Sciences, Highfield Campus, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK
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- Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences, Nottingham City Hospital, Nottingham, UK
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation, Keele University, Keele, UK
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Suzurikawa J, Sawada Y, Sakiyama M, Suwa M, Inoue T, Kondo T. Perspectives of Multidisciplinary Professional Teams during Assessment Processes for ATD Selection in the Japanese Public Provision System. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18052697. [PMID: 33800131 PMCID: PMC7967433 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18052697] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2021] [Revised: 03/02/2021] [Accepted: 03/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022]
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Selection of assistive technology devices (ATDs), which are imperative for persons with disabilities to improve their quality of life, requires collaboration of users and multidisciplinary professionals. However, it is still unknown how to design and implement an adequate collaborative work flow and a professional team. Under Japanese governmental ATD provision system, based on the application by clients, ATDs are mainly selected through collaborative processes with the clients and health professionals in public organizations, rehabilitation counseling centers (RCCs). By employing qualitative study methods in this study, we investigated the ATD selection process in which health professionals in RCCs collaboratively assess clients with physical disabilities so as to support them in selecting the adequate ATDs. To identify the perspectives required for ATD selection completely, the assessment processes were recorded and analyzed with a pseudo setting in two RCCs. Content analysis of the conversations between the client and professionals revealed the characteristics of the information exchanged in the assessment processes. A total of 760 assessment items were identified, thus indicating a broad array of interest. Despite the richness of information collected for the assessment, half of the assessment items did not have corresponding items in the documents that were employed during the prescription process. Thematic analysis of the interviews that followed revealed the common values and collaborative processes in ATD selection, which were shared and elaborated among the staff in daily social interactions. To facilitate implementation of ATD provision in various areas with few resources, it may be effective to convert this tacit-to-tacit knowledge sharing into a more explicit sharing by promoting analyses of good practices.
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- Jun Suzurikawa
- Department of Assistive Technology, Research Institute, National Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities, 4-1 Namiki, Tokorozawa-shi, Saitama 359-8555, Japan; (M.S.); (T.I.)
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Teikyo University of Science, 2525 Yatsusawa, Uenohara-shi, Yananashi 409-0193, Japan;
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- Department of Assistive Technology, Research Institute, National Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities, 4-1 Namiki, Tokorozawa-shi, Saitama 359-8555, Japan; (M.S.); (T.I.)
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- Research Institute, National Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities, 4-1 Namiki, Tokorozawa-shi, Saitama 359-8555, Japan;
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- Department of Assistive Technology, Research Institute, National Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities, 4-1 Namiki, Tokorozawa-shi, Saitama 359-8555, Japan; (M.S.); (T.I.)
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Kyorin University, 5-4-1 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka-shi, Tokyo 181-8612, Japan;
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Lancioni GE, Singh NN, O'Reilly MF, Sigafoos J, Alberti G, Chiariello V, Buono S. Extended smartphone-aided program to sustain daily activities, communication and leisure in individuals with intellectual and sensory-motor disabilities. RESEARCH IN DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2020; 105:103722. [PMID: 32623249 DOI: 10.1016/j.ridd.2020.103722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2020] [Revised: 06/08/2020] [Accepted: 06/24/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND Smartphone-aided programs were recently developed to support leisure engagement and communication with distant partners in individuals with special needs. This study evaluated an extended smartphone-aided program that supported daily activities in addition to communication and leisure in individuals with intellectual and visual or visuo-motor disabilities. METHOD Six participants were involved who had been exposed to an earlier smartphone-aided program supporting communication and leisure. The extended program (a) relied on the use of a Samsung Galaxy J4 Plus smartphone, which was fitted with Android 9.0 operating system and MacroDroid, and (b) alternated periods in which the participants could engage in communication and leisure with periods in which they were provided with instructions for daily activities. RESULTS During the baseline (i.e., with the earlier smartphone-aided program), the participants engaged in communication and leisure, but did not start any activity. During the post-intervention phase (i.e., with the extended smartphone-aided program), the participants maintained successful communication and leisure engagement and started and carried out daily activities successfully. Staff rated the extended program largely preferable to the original program. CONCLUSIONS The extended program can be a useful tool for widening the functional occupation of individuals like the participants of this study.
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Pedersen H, Kermit PS, Söderström S. "You have to argue the right way": user involvement in the service delivery process for assistive activity technology. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2020; 16:840-850. [PMID: 32195605 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2020.1741702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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PURPOSE This article critically examines user-involvement in the service delivery process for assistive activity technology. METHODOLOGY Data were collected in semi-structured interviews with 44 end users of assistive activity technology and in focus group interviews with 11 professionals at Norway's Assistive Technology Centre. Data was analysed according to a stepwise deductive-inductive approach. FINDINGS Flawed organisational principles like division of responsibility, unclear regulations, and a lack of competence with assistive activity technology among service professionals have hindered user involvement in the service delivery process. CONCLUSION A missing knowledge of assistive activity technology among professionals and the current organisation of services creates barriers for a positive collaboration with users in the service delivery process of assistive activity technology.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONThe spread of information among users and courses for professionals should be expanded to ensure the necessary competence with assistive activity technology within the service delivery process.In developing the service delivery process for assistive activity technology, professionals should act less as guardians of traditional functional requirements and more as active providers of different technological solutions.The service delivery process for assistive activity technology should allow long-term testing to identify relevant social and physical factors affecting the use of this type of technology, before delivery.Guarantees and complaint systems should be established in the service delivery process for assistive activity technology.
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- Heidi Pedersen
- Department of Social Work, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Mental Health, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway.,Department of International Studies and Interpreting, Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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Kirby RL, Doucette SP. Relationships Between Wheelchair Services Received and Wheelchair User Outcomes in Less-Resourced Settings: A Cross-Sectional Survey in Kenya and the Philippines. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2019; 100:1648-1654.e9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2019.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2018] [Revised: 02/01/2019] [Accepted: 02/04/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Pedersen H, Söderström S, Kermit PS. “The fact that I can be in front of others, I am used to being a bit behind”: how assistive activity technology affects participation in everyday life. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2019; 16:83-91. [DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2019.1642391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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- Heidi Pedersen
- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Mental Health, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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The Provision of Powered Mobility Devices in Italy: Linking Process with Outcomes. TECHNOLOGIES 2016. [DOI: 10.3390/technologies4030031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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