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Design and evaluation of a custom contoured pneumatic insole for active plantar pressure offloading. 设计和评估自定义轮廓气动鞋垫的主动足底压力卸载。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-09-11 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261488849

Veysel Erel, Allison Palomino, Yi-Ting Tzen, Lawrance A Lavery, Dane K Wukich, Muthu B J Wijesundara

{"title":"Design and evaluation of a custom contoured pneumatic insole for active plantar pressure offloading.","authors":"Veysel Erel, Allison Palomino, Yi-Ting Tzen, Lawrance A Lavery, Dane K Wukich, Muthu B J Wijesundara","doi":"10.1177/20556683261488849","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20556683261488849","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a major cause of morbidity, amputation, and mortality in people with diabetes. Excessive and repetitive plantar loading contributes significantly, and although therapeutic footwear is widely prescribed, its effectiveness varies. Custom insoles improve pressure redistribution but do not address repetitive loading. Emerging active offloading technologies offer targeted relief, yet fully custom-contoured active systems remain untested.Methods: This study compared a custom-contoured active insole with a non-custom flat active insole under static and dynamic conditions in an individual without DFU risk. Both designs used seven pneumatically actuated air cells and were tested at 1.5 and 2.0 psi. Pressures were measured using a high-resolution in-shoe sensor and quantified using maximum mean pressure (MMP) and peak pressure (PP).Results: The custom insole consistently produced lower pressures, with substantial reductions in midfoot and heel regions and frequent MMP and PP decreases exceeding 45 percent during walking.Conclusion: Integrating patient-specific geometry with active pneumatic offloading enhances plantar pressure redistribution and may help prevent DFUs.","PeriodicalId":43319,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering","volume":"13 ","pages":"20556683261488849"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-09-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13570015/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148957069","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Virtual treadmill technology (C-mill) in gait rehabilitation after stroke: A qualitative interview study. 虚拟跑步机技术（C-mill）在中风后步态康复中的应用：一项定性访谈研究。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-09-07 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261487182

Kristiansen Sara, Lahelle Falck Andreas, Wouda Matthijs Ferdinand

{"title":"Virtual treadmill technology (C-mill) in gait rehabilitation after stroke: A qualitative interview study.","authors":"Kristiansen Sara, Lahelle Falck Andreas, Wouda Matthijs Ferdinand","doi":"10.1177/20556683261487182","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20556683261487182","url":null,"abstract":"Background: In stroke rehabilitation, VR-based technologies like the C-Mill treadmill combine physical and cognitive training to enhance motivation and motor learning. While quantitative studies show functional benefits, little is known about patients' experiences.Aim: This study aims to explore stroke survivors' subjective experiences of motivation during C-Mill training.Method: A qualitative design was employed. Seven inpatients at Sunnaas Hospital who had engaged in gait rehabilitation with C-Mill participated in semi-structured interviews. Data were transcribed verbatim and analyzed using systematic text condensation.Results: One overarching theme - motivation - was identified, comprising two subthemes: intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. The patients described how the C-Mill fostered intrinsic motivation by providing challenging, meaningful, and engaging activities that reflected everyday-life situations. They experienced that the system encouraged them to push their limits and attempt tasks they might otherwise hesitate to try, while still feeling supported and safe. Additionally, the technology enhanced extrinsic motivation through engaging feedback mechanisms, including gamification elements, and the visualization of performance statistics.Conclusion: C-Mill appears to constitute a promising adjunct to conventional rehabilitation by strengthening motivation. Its technological features, including safety scaffolding, gamification, and task variability, appeared to facilitate engagement and promote motivation.","PeriodicalId":43319,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering","volume":"13 ","pages":"20556683261487182"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-09-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13554542/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148919965","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Breathing less to win Paris 2024 gold: A case study using voluntary hypoventilation at low lung volume-based training in a para-badminton athlete. 减少呼吸以赢得2024年巴黎奥运会金牌：一名羽毛球运动员在低肺量训练中使用自主低通气的案例研究。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-08-12 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261464489

Xavier Woorons, Simon Dané, Mourad Amrani, Franck Brocherie

{"title":"Breathing less to win Paris 2024 gold: A case study using voluntary hypoventilation at low lung volume-based training in a para-badminton athlete.","authors":"Xavier Woorons, Simon Dané, Mourad Amrani, Franck Brocherie","doi":"10.1177/20556683261464489","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/20556683261464489","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: To examine the feasibility of implementing voluntary hypoventilation at low lung volume (VHL) training during the 2024 Paralympic Games' preparation of an elite SH6 (short-stature) para-badminton athlete and characterize associated arterial oxygen saturation (SpO2) and heart rate (HR) responses.Methods: During a 5-week intervention, 9 VHL-based training sessions were added, consisting of either repeated running-shuttle sprints or badminton-specific exercises performed with maximal end-expiratory breath holding (EEBH). SpO2 and HR were monitored, rating of perceived exertion (RPE) was recorded, and hypoxic dose was quantified. Within-participant variability and response patterns across training conditions were characterized using visual inspection of the complete time-series data and summary descriptive metrics.Results: In both training types, a marked decrease in SpO2 occurred from the first to the last repetition of each set. Mean nadir SpO2 was higher during repeated running-shuttle sprint sessions vs. badminton-specific exercise sessions (81.8 ± 2% vs. 76.3 ± 3%) due to a shorter EEBH duration (7.2 ± 0.7 s vs. 9.8 ± 0.9 s). Mean session SpO2, HR, and RPE did not differ between training types, but RPE decreased significantly across sessions, indicating improved tolerance to the VHL-induced hypoxic stimulus.Conclusions: This case report demonstrates that VHL-based training with maximal EEBH is feasible, well tolerated, and capable of eliciting robust hypoxemic stimuli in an elite SH6 para-badminton athlete.","PeriodicalId":43319,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering","volume":"13 ","pages":"20556683261464489"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13469772/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148759697","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Adaptation of the clinical limits of use tool (CLOUT): Clinical and environmental testing of off-road mobility devices: A case study. 适应临床使用限制工具（CLOUT）：越野机动装置的临床和环境测试：一个案例研究。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-08-12 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261478129

Brandon Daveler, Sangmi Park, Benjamin Gebrosky, Rosemarie Cooper, Rory Cooper, Kainat Shahid, Kendra Betz, Ian Rice

{"title":"Adaptation of the clinical limits of use tool (CLOUT): Clinical and environmental testing of off-road mobility devices: A case study.","authors":"Brandon Daveler, Sangmi Park, Benjamin Gebrosky, Rosemarie Cooper, Rory Cooper, Kainat Shahid, Kendra Betz, Ian Rice","doi":"10.1177/20556683261478129","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/20556683261478129","url":null,"abstract":"This study presents a case-based application of the Clinical Limits of Use Tool (CLOUT), specifically its clinical device testing component, to evaluate an off-road mobility device, the Invacare Top End Force CC handcycle. This component of CLOUT was operationalized into measurable variables and standardized test procedures through collaboration among therapists, engineers, and advisory expert users. The evaluation included structured interviews and controlled off-road testing assessing assembly, seating and positioning, transfers, obstacle negotiation, slope performance, terrain interaction, and safety.Results: The results demonstrated that the handcycle performed effectively on moderate terrain, including dirt, gravel, and grass, and successfully navigated slopes up to approximately 29° and smaller obstacles. Performance limitations were identified in larger obstacle negotiation due to low ground clearance, as well as in transfers due to low seat height and limited support. Device performance was influenced by user strength and environmental conditions.This case study demonstrates how CLOUT can be applied as a structured and reproducible framework to evaluate mobility device performance in non-clinical environments. The findings highlight the importance of aligning user ability, device characteristics, and environmental demands to support safe and effective mobility. This approach may inform clinical decision-making, user training, and future development of standardized evaluation methods for off-road mobility technologies and beyond.","PeriodicalId":43319,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering","volume":"13 ","pages":"20556683261478129"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13469517/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148760996","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Gaze-based music generation system for users with severe speech motor impairment. 针对严重言语运动障碍用户的基于注视的音乐生成系统。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-08-07 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261476038

Taishin Aoki, Yash Kumar Sahu, Himanshu Vishwakarma, L R D Murthy, Gowdham Prabhakar, Pradipta Biswas

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Prosthesis receipt is associated with improved participation and pain interference following upper limb amputation. 接受假体与上肢截肢后改善的参与和疼痛干扰有关。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-08-03 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261474533

Bretta L Fylstra, Kristin E Nalivaika, Dwiesha L England, Todd J Castleberry, Phillip M Stevens, Shane R Wurdeman

{"title":"Prosthesis receipt is associated with improved participation and pain interference following upper limb amputation.","authors":"Bretta L Fylstra, Kristin E Nalivaika, Dwiesha L England, Todd J Castleberry, Phillip M Stevens, Shane R Wurdeman","doi":"10.1177/20556683261474533","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20556683261474533","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Following upper limb amputation (ULA), resuming everyday activities is a primary goal for patients. In many cases, a prosthesis can assist patients by increasing physical function and overall well-being. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between prosthesis receipt and two domains - Ability to Participate in Social Roles and Activities (APSRA) and Pain Interference (PI).Materials and methods: A retrospective cross-sectional review of outcomes collected across private prosthetic clinics in the United States was performed. Individuals were included if they had an outcome collected before prosthesis receipt and within twelve months after prosthesis receipt. There were no exclusions based on level of amputation, etiology, or device type.Results: Univariate model results demonstrated a significant improvement in average APSRA (Baseline: 41.5±8.2 and Follow-up: 46.7±9.1, p<0.001). Additionally, PI significantly improved (Baseline: 58.5±8.5 and Follow-up: 54.9±9.3, p<0.001). These significant differences persisted when accounting for confounders such as age, hours worn, sex, amputation level, time since amputation, and time from first prosthesis delivery to follow-up.Conclusions: Prosthesis receipt improved individuals' ability to increase their activity and participation. This coincided with improvements in pain interference. Results from this study can aid clinical decision-making for clinicians and patients as they explore interventions following ULA.","PeriodicalId":43319,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering","volume":"13 ","pages":"20556683261474533"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-08-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13438340/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148680339","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Design and preliminary bench-level validation of a low-cost 3D-printed hip-knee exoskeleton for lower-limb rehabilitation training. 用于下肢康复训练的低成本3d打印髋关节-膝关节外骨骼的设计和初步实验验证。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-07-30 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261474539

Md Fazle Rabbi, Helal An Nahiyan, Sourav Karmaker, Fahim Islam Anik

{"title":"Design and preliminary bench-level validation of a low-cost 3D-printed hip-knee exoskeleton for lower-limb rehabilitation training.","authors":"Md Fazle Rabbi, Helal An Nahiyan, Sourav Karmaker, Fahim Islam Anik","doi":"10.1177/20556683261474539","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20556683261474539","url":null,"abstract":"Lower-limb impairment caused by neurological injury, musculoskeletal disorders, or reduced mobility often requires repetitive rehabilitation exercises, but continuous therapist-assisted therapy may be difficult to access in low-resource settings. In this study, we developed and preliminarily evaluated a low-cost, lightweight, portable hip-knee exoskeleton prototype capable of generating controlled hip and knee joint motion for rehabilitation-oriented range-of-motion training. The prototype was constructed mainly of 3D-printed polylactic acid parts and powered by a pair of high-torque servo motors in the hip and knee joints. A Bluetooth-connected Android app was programmed to offer two modes: rehabilitation mode for independent joint control and a gait-inspired sinusoidal mode that generates coordinated hip and knee joint trajectories. The cost of the materials used to construct the prototype is estimated to be USD 155 with a weight of about 2.1 kg. Joint motion performance was assessed through time-angle measurements at three predefined speed settings. The hip joint (approximately 60° movement) was achieved in 2.2, 1.6, and 1.1 s and the knee joint (approximately 140° movement) was achieved in 3.0, 2.0, and 0.6 s for slow, medium and fast modes, respectively. The trial-to-trial variation in commanded servo position remained below ±1° under the tested conditions. The results demonstrate the feasibility of generating repeatable commanded hip and knee joint motion under controlled laboratory conditions. However, further investigations involving quantitative load-bearing evaluation, safety assessment, user studies, and clinical trials are required before the system can be considered for practical rehabilitation applications.","PeriodicalId":43319,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering","volume":"13 ","pages":"20556683261474539"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13424928/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148654664","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Viability of 3D printing for load-bearing wheelchair components: A progressive anti-tipper prototype. 3D打印在轮椅承重部件上的可行性：一个渐进的防翻倒原型。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-07-18 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261464476

Sayed Naseel Mohamed Thangal, James Formby, Torr Brown, Jaimie Borisoff

{"title":"Viability of 3D printing for load-bearing wheelchair components: A progressive anti-tipper prototype.","authors":"Sayed Naseel Mohamed Thangal, James Formby, Torr Brown, Jaimie Borisoff","doi":"10.1177/20556683261464476","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20556683261464476","url":null,"abstract":"Customized wheelchair components that are designed to fit the individual user and consider their preferences can greatly improve the user's quality of life, but are often cost-prohibitive using traditional manufacturing methods. 3D printing technology is advancing rapidly and has been used to manufacture assistive devices, but there is limited research on whether these methods are viable for load-bearing structural components in wheelchairs. We designed a progressive anti-tipper, an anti-tipper that provides a spring-loaded response to backwards rotation of the wheelchair. This prototype avoids the hard impact of rigid anti-tippers, and also provides increased range of motion of up to 20° rearward tip, allowing the front casters to rise far enough to climb curbs. We 3D printed our prototype using four different 3D printing methods in five materials (PLA, ASA, Resin, Onyx (Nylon+carbon fiber composite), and stainless steel). We performed function tests, ISO 7176-8 strength tests, and UTM destructive tests. The Onyx and stainless steel 3D prints passed our function and strength requirements, indicating that 3D printed parts show potential for load bearing components in wheelchairs. Further fatigue, strength, and real-world use studies are warranted to explore the viability of this technology.","PeriodicalId":43319,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering","volume":"13 ","pages":"20556683261464476"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13380676/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148521035","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Evaluating compliance with postoperative cranial remolding orthotic treatment in infants with single suture craniosynostosis: A comparative study of objective and subjective approaches. 评估婴儿单缝线颅缝闭合术后颅骨重塑矫形治疗的依从性：客观和主观方法的比较研究。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-07-03 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261462210

Taher Babaee, Zahra Taheri, Alireza Khani, Batoul Bagheripour, Pir-Hossein Kolivand, Vahideh Moradi

{"title":"Evaluating compliance with postoperative cranial remolding orthotic treatment in infants with single suture craniosynostosis: A comparative study of objective and subjective approaches.","authors":"Taher Babaee, Zahra Taheri, Alireza Khani, Batoul Bagheripour, Pir-Hossein Kolivand, Vahideh Moradi","doi":"10.1177/20556683261462210","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20556683261462210","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Historically, daily hours of wearing a cranial remolding orthosis (CRO) was not objectively assessed, and the compliance to the treatment plan was evaluated subjectively through questionnaires in previous studies.Objective: To assess objective monitoring of the postoperative CRO in infants with single suture craniosynostosis.Study design: Prospective comparative study.Methods: Data collection regarding the number of hours that the CRO was worn was obtained from data recorded from the Orthotimer sensor and data recorded from the participants' parents.Results: A total of 21 individuals (11 boys and 10 girls) participated in the study. Among these 21 participants, 9 had scaphocephaly (sagittal craniosynostosis), 9 had trigonocephaly (metopic craniosynostosis), and 3 had unilateral coronal deformity (coronal craniosynostosis). A significant difference was observed in adherence to the CRO treatment between the objective and subjective methods (p<0.05). Accordingly, the compliance based on parental reports (subjective method) was significantly higher than the data recorded objectively (p<0.05).Conclusion: It was found that parents tend to report higher estimates regarding the use and compliance of the CRO. Therefore, for a more accurate assessment of the hours spent wearing the CRO, the objective method is the preferred choice.","PeriodicalId":43319,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering","volume":"13 ","pages":"20556683261462210"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13332289/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148392217","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Development of easy-to-make adaptive sports and recreation technology. 开发易于制作的适应性体育娱乐技术。

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Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering Pub Date : 2026-06-09 eCollection Date: 2026-01-01 DOI: 10.1177/20556683261460312

Jonathan Duvall, Lynn Priestley, Rory A Cooper, Ian Rice

{"title":"Development of easy-to-make adaptive sports and recreation technology.","authors":"Jonathan Duvall, Lynn Priestley, Rory A Cooper, Ian Rice","doi":"10.1177/20556683261460312","DOIUrl":"10.1177/20556683261460312","url":null,"abstract":"One of the most important factors affecting quality of life is recreation, due to its positive role in social and physical health. Adaptive recreation can be difficult to access, largely because market availability for adaptive equipment, outside of assistive devices for daily living tasks, is extremely limited. The purpose of this project is to develop an open-source repository of affordable Sport and Recreation Activity Assistive Technology in response to idea submissions from the disability community. Prototypes are developed using predominantly 3D printing coupled with commonly available assembly materials, a fabrication approach that allows for rapid and reasonably affordable development of custom solutions. Each prototype follows a defined project methodology: need identification, design (prototyping and evaluation), fabrication testing, and dissemination. To date, several devices have been designed and made available with full documentation, including swim paddles, an attachment for a miniature golf club, billiards stick handles, a game piece mover, a cornhole bag adaptation, an arm prosthetic vehicle shifter adaptor, and a curling stone push stick attachment. All device designs, part files, bills of materials, and assembly instructions are accessible through a publicly available repository so that end users or their support networks can download and fabricate the devices themselves.","PeriodicalId":43319,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies Engineering","volume":"13 ","pages":"20556683261460312"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-06-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC13250412/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148228629","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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