Naomi Gefen, Barbara Mazer, Tal Krasovsky, Patrice L Weiss
{"title":"Novel rehabilitation technologies in pediatric rehabilitation: knowledge towards translation.","authors":"Naomi Gefen, Barbara Mazer, Tal Krasovsky, Patrice L Weiss","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2445017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2445017","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> Knowledge translation (KT) refers to the process of applying the most promising research outcomes into practice to ensure that new discoveries and innovations improve healthcare accessibility, effectiveness, and accountability. The objective of this perspective paper is to discuss and illustrate via examples how the KT process can be implemented in an era of rapid advancement in rehabilitation technologies that have the potential to significantly impact pediatric healthcare.</p><p><p><b>Methods:</b> Using Graham et al.'s (2006) Knowledge-to-Action cycle, which includes the knowledge creation funnel and the action cycle, we illustrate its application in implementing novel technologies into clinical practice and informing healthcare policy changes. We explore three successful applications of technology research: powered mobility, head support systems, and telerehabilitation. Additionally, we examine less clinically mature technologies such as brain-computer interfaces and robotic assistive devices, which are hindered by cost, robustness, and ease-of-use issues.</p><p><p><b>Conclusions:</b> The paper concludes by discussing how technology acceptance and usage in clinical settings are influenced by various barriers and facilitators at different stakeholder levels, including clients, families, clinicians, management, researchers, developers, and society. Recommendations include focusing on early and ongoing design partnerships, transitioning from research to real-life implementation, and identifying optimal timing for clinical adoption of new technologies.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142899361","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mathieu Thebaud, Jean-Yves Antoine, Willy Allegre, Véronique Tsimba, Isabelle Bossard, Marion Crochetet, Emmanuelle Lopez, Céline Arbizu, Samuel Pouplin
{"title":"The Predict4All open-source word prediction and word correction engine in French language: a feasibility study.","authors":"Mathieu Thebaud, Jean-Yves Antoine, Willy Allegre, Véronique Tsimba, Isabelle Bossard, Marion Crochetet, Emmanuelle Lopez, Céline Arbizu, Samuel Pouplin","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2445009","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2445009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Information and communication technologies are crucial for social and professional integration, but access to technology can be difficult for people with physical impairments. Text entry can be slow and tiring. We developed a free and open-source module called <i>Predict4All</i> for use with AAC (augmentative/alternative communication) software in French language. It offers spelling error-tolerant word prediction. We aimed to evaluate the feasibility of using the system in people with learning or physical impairments and to perform a preliminary evaluation of its efficacy on spelling correctness and text input speed.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>We conducted a prospective interventional, two-center feasibility study between February 2020 and March 2022. We included people with learning difficulties or neurological diseases impacting verbal or written communication. We evaluated fatigue, cognitive load and satisfaction, spelling correctness and text input speed and technical issues. We used 3 experimental setups: WITHOUT (neither prediction nor correction), PRED (prediction without correction), PREDCORR (prediction with correction).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Twelve participants completed the study. Fatigue (all conditions), cognitive load, satisfaction (PRED and PREDCORR) did not differ between Day 0, Day 30 and Day 120, for either center. No technical issues were reported. The percentage of errors decreased significantly between Day 30 and Day 120 with word prediction software (<i>p</i> = 0.026), with no difference between PRED and PREDCORR (<i>p</i> < 0.447).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Our study has shed light on the potential of the Predict4All engine with successful results, as the system performed effectively without technical or methodological obstacles. Furthermore, the engine has been adopted in clinical practice at both centers by both healthcare professionals and users.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-9"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142883136","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The demand for assistive technology, services, and satisfaction self-reports among people with disabilities in China.","authors":"Panpan Chen, Binglong Wang, Zhimin Hu, Xiaoping Qin, Hujun Wang, Zhiyuan Hu, Xidong Liu, Yu Li","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2442711","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2442711","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Assistive device non-use among individuals with disabilities is often attributed to issues in service provision and user satisfaction with assistive devices. However, systematic research on the service quality and satisfaction of assistive devices among disabled populations is lacking. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the service delivery and satisfaction of assistive devices among individuals with disabilities.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) was employed in this study to examine the self-reported needs and usage of assistive devices by people with disabilities in China and to explore the relationship between service provision and satisfaction with assistive devices. Additionally, potential mechanisms underlying this relationship were evaluated. The World Health Organization's Rapid Assistive Technology Assessment (rATA) questionnaire was utilized, and stratified sampling was employed. A total of 872 individuals with disabilities living in China were interviewed. Multiple regression analyses were conducted to examine the independent and interactive relationships between service provision and satisfaction.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Self-reported demand for assistive technology was associated with the type of disability. Pre-fitting evaluation and training services were positively correlated with satisfaction (<i>β</i>=0.514, <i>p</i><0.05). However, no significant effect of post-fitting maintenance services on product satisfaction was found, and the moderating effect of service convenience was not significant.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Policy formulation can adjust resource allocation based on the composition of its disabled population. Priority should be given to providing mobility aids and other basic equipment for people with multiple disabilities to enhance the effectiveness and pertinence of assistive services. The capacity for post-installation maintenance of assistive technologies and the accessibility of services should be improved to ensure that disabled people can continuously benefit from assistive devices. Extensive educational and publicity activities should be carried out to raise people's awareness of the importance of pre-assembly assessment, training services, and post-assembly maintenance services. The importance of disease prevention, early intervention, and rehabilitation to reduce the disability rate has been emphasized.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142883175","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Helena Selander, Katharina Stibrant Sunnerhagen, Jeanette Melin
{"title":"Outdoor mobility and driving among persons living with spinal cord injury in Sweden: a cross-sectional study.","authors":"Helena Selander, Katharina Stibrant Sunnerhagen, Jeanette Melin","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2441201","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2441201","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Persons living with spinal cord injury (SCI) often lacks access to outdoor mobility, which can significantly impact their ability to participate in activities outside the home, to take part in their community, and to have meaningful occupations and relationships with loved ones.</p><p><p><b>Purpose:</b> To better understand the importance of outdoor mobility for persons with SCI, the aim of this cross-sectional study was to explore transport modes, car adaptations, and their perceived function and safety.</p><p><p><b>Method:</b> A web-survey, addressing outdoor mobility and driving, was distributed among people with different physical impairments. Of 274 responses, a total of 93 reported living with SCI and were selected for this study.</p><p><p><b>Results:</b> Public transportation was often underutilized due to inaccessibility and distance. In total, 88 persons (95%) owned a car. Almost everyone used their car weekly (97%) and the annual average driving distance was 17,400 km (SD 22,820 km). Most of the car owners had a station wagon (63%) or van/minibus (27%) and larger vehicles were more common among those needing extensive adaptations (p = 0.014).</p><p><p><b>Discussion:</b> The results corroborate earlier findings on public transport for persons living with SCI and the importance of their having a suitably modified vehicle. The results also offer insights into outdoor mobility and car driving among persons with SCI in Sweden that can support accessibility planning and promote innovations in transport options. Persons living with SCI and other physical impairments could benefit from a comprehensive, national-level knowledge base that encompasses outdoor mobility and car adaptations and their implications for these populations.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-7"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142872937","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sharon Olsen, Xiao Min Lilian Lim, Gemma Alder, Verna Stavric, Nada Signal
{"title":"Factors influencing adoption and sustained use of rehabilitation technologies: a scoping review and qualitative analysis.","authors":"Sharon Olsen, Xiao Min Lilian Lim, Gemma Alder, Verna Stavric, Nada Signal","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2435571","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2435571","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Rehabilitation technology (RT) development has grown, however evidence suggests poor uptake by therapists and patients, with many devices abandoned. Successful implementation encompasses both \"adoption,\" where RT is first utilized, and \"sustained use,\" wherein RT remains in use over time. This scoping review and qualitative analysis aimed to explore the extent and nature of the relevant evidence base and investigate factors that influence adoption and sustained use of RT in clinical practice, from the perspectives of patients and therapists.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A systematic search was conducted to identify qualitative and quantitative articles investigating adoption and/or sustained use of RT. Study characteristics were analyzed quantitatively. Factors influencing adoption and sustained use were analyzed using a two-stage thematic analysis. Stage 1 employed an inductive approach, analyzing data related to RT adoption from review papers. Stage 2 employed an abductive approach, where data related to sustained use from primary research and reviews was mapped to Stage 1 themes and new themes were identified.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The review included 42 articles. The majority of articles explored RT adoption. Thematic analysis revealed five themes. Four influenced adoption of RT: (1) \"Knowledge\" about RT; (2) \"Design\" of RT; (3) \"Circumstances and Characteristics;\" and, (4) the \"Person-centered\" approach. These were confirmed and refined in the sustained use analysis, and a fifth theme, \"Healthcare Ecosystem,\" was identified.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>These findings highlight factors influencing adoption and sustained use of RT, providing insights for development and implementation of technology in rehabilitation clinical practice. Further research is needed to identify strategies that facilitate sustained use of RT.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-19"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142824723","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Daniel L Fernandes, Marcos H F Ribeiro, Michel M Silva, Fabio R Cerqueira
{"title":"VIIDA and InViDe: computational approaches for generating and evaluating inclusive image paragraphs for the visually impaired.","authors":"Daniel L Fernandes, Marcos H F Ribeiro, Michel M Silva, Fabio R Cerqueira","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2437567","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2437567","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Existing image description methods when used as Assistive Technologies often fall short in meeting the needs of blind or low vision (BLV) individuals. They tend to either compress all visual elements into brief captions, create disjointed sentences for each image region, or provide extensive descriptions.</p><p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To address these limitations, we introduce VIIDA, a procedure aimed at the Visually Impaired which implements an Image Description Approach, focusing on webinar scenes. We also propose InViDe, an Inclusive Visual Description metric, a novel approach for evaluating image descriptions targeting BLV people.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We reviewed existing methods and developed VIIDA by integrating a multimodal Visual Question Answering model with Natural Language Processing (NLP) filters. A scene graph-based algorithm was then applied to structure final paragraphs. By employing NLP tools, InViDe conducts a multicriteria analysis based on accessibility standards and guidelines.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Experiments statistically demonstrate that VIIDA generates descriptions closely aligned with image content as well as human-written linguistic features, and that suit BLV needs. InViDe offers valuable insights into the behaviour of the compared methods - among them, state-of-the-art methods based on Large Language Models - across diverse criteria.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>VIIDA and InViDe emerge as efficient Assistive Technologies, combining Artificial Intelligence models and computational/mathematical techniques to generate and evaluate image descriptions for the visually impaired with low computational costs. This work is anticipated to inspire further research and application development in the domain of Assistive Technologies. Our codes are publicly available at: https://github.com/daniellf/VIIDA-and-InViDe.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-26"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142814738","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Samantha A Svärdh, Giana Carli Lorenzini, Anna Siverskog, Steven M Schmidt, Susanne Iwarsson, Sofi Fristedt
{"title":"Detangling experiences of agency in welfare technology use by home care recipients and their staff.","authors":"Samantha A Svärdh, Giana Carli Lorenzini, Anna Siverskog, Steven M Schmidt, Susanne Iwarsson, Sofi Fristedt","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2435566","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2435566","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Welfare technology (WT), defined as digital technology enabling individuals to live securely, actively and independently at home, is often viewed as a solution to care resource shortages. This solution discourse has increasingly been problematised, and ethical issues specifically connected to WT have emerged, e.g., regarding quality of care. The existing array of WT is developed with limited user involvement; primary user perspectives are thus inadequately voiced in research. This study aimed to disentangle how older adults and their homecare staff experience and influence WT use in homecare situations. The qualitative approach encompassed individual semi-structured interviews with homecare staff (<i>n</i> = 26) and older adults (<i>n</i> = 26) receiving homecare as well as utilising WT. Interviews were conducted in five Swedish municipalities, transcribed verbatim and analysed using thematic analysis. Three main themes were developed: (1) <i>Lack of agency in WT obtainment,</i> in which a lack of influence in the receiving of WT is illustrated. (2) <i>Contradictory user perspectives regarding WT and agency</i>, in which staffs' perceptions of specific WT are contrasted to older adults', highlighting how WT perceived positively by staff often detract from older adults' agency. (3) <i>Agency and WT use inextricably linked with time</i>, in which it is illustrated how influence over time is intricately connected to experienced agency in WT use. Our findings demonstrate a problematic lack of agency in WT use. Further improvements to current WT, aided by stronger user involvement, as well as certain municipal routines, are necessary if user agency is to be strengthened in relation to WT use.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-13"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142814732","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Tenelle Hodson, Louise Gustafsson, Michelle Bissett, Christy Hogan, Camila Shirota, Amelia Di Tommaso
{"title":"Understanding the experiences and needs of assistive technology users in Queensland.","authors":"Tenelle Hodson, Louise Gustafsson, Michelle Bissett, Christy Hogan, Camila Shirota, Amelia Di Tommaso","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2436140","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2436140","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> Assistive technology (AT) can significantly enhance the daily lives of people with disabilities if matched appropriately to the individual and their context. Gaps remain in the AT sector in terms of provision and uptake. Consequently, this study examined current experiences and needs regarding AT provision throughout Queensland from AT users' perspectives.</p><p><p><b>Materials and Methods:</b> Convenience and snowball sampling recruited participants for this exploratory sequential mixed methods study. Descriptive statistics summarized online survey responses (<i>n</i> = 41) and thematic analysis was completed to analyze qualitative interview data (<i>n</i> = 20).</p><p><p><b>Results:</b> Survey results revealed that whilst all participants used AT, 68% had unmet AT needs. Satisfaction with AT reduced as AT users proceeded through the AT pathway. Three themes were identified from the interviews: (1) Expertise and collaboration are required: \"One size doesn't fit all, and one solution doesn't fit all problems,\" (2) Process rejections and delays: \"You're really left high and dry,\" and (3) Many factors impact the AT experience.</p><p><p><b>Conclusions:</b> Findings indicate that although AT users had clear ideas of their AT needs and goals, they were often unable to access desired AT due to systemic barriers. Any attempts to overcome barriers for AT provision will need to be multi-level and there is a clear need to enhance current AT trial approaches.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142814735","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Breyana Stevens-Hofer, Margaret Wallen, Michelle McInerney, Petra Karlsson
{"title":"Eyes on communication: strategies to facilitate uptake of clinical practice guidelines for implementation of eye-gaze control technology by people with cerebral palsy. A mixed methods study.","authors":"Breyana Stevens-Hofer, Margaret Wallen, Michelle McInerney, Petra Karlsson","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2437142","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2437142","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Guidelines for implementation of eye-gaze control technology by people with cerebral palsy were published in 2021. The purpose of this study was to identify barriers and facilitators clinicians perceive exist relating to use of these guidelines for eye-gaze control technology, and to explore potential resources that may be developed to support their implementation. A two-phased mixed methods explanatory sequential design was adopted. In phase 1, an online survey containing quantitative and open-ended questions was completed by 97 health professionals and in phase 2 two online focus groups of five clinicians were conducted. The guidelines for eye-gaze control technology were considered helpful for clinicians new to eye-gaze control technology, useful to provide insight into processes for implementing eye-gaze control technology, were flexible, supported clinical reasoning and professional credibility, and were easy to use. However, time to read the guidelines for eye-gaze control technology, and insufficient funding for time to implement the technology were prominent barriers identified in this study. Through the qualitative findings four themes emerged: (1) Complexity of learning to use and implement the guidelines for eye-gaze control technology; (2) Time and resources in short supply; (3) Takes a dedicated team working together; and (4) guidelines for eye-gaze control technology informing practice. Participants in both study phases identified: case studies and video examples; education and training; and practice in implementing eye-gaze control technology, as facilitators to aligning their practice with the guidelines for eye-gaze control technology recommendations and to optimise outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142795868","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Thi Kieu Chinh Nguyen, Duc Duy Le, Thanh Ha Le, Thi Cam Huong Nguyen, Thi Duyen Ngo
{"title":"The use of eye tracking in supporting individuals with dyslexia: a review.","authors":"Thi Kieu Chinh Nguyen, Duc Duy Le, Thanh Ha Le, Thi Cam Huong Nguyen, Thi Duyen Ngo","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2437697","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2024.2437697","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Dyslexia is defined as a specific learning disorder that impairs a person's ability to read fluently and accurately. A growing number of assistive technologies have been used to support individuals with dyslexia. Eye-tracking technology is one such technology, and it is gaining increasing attention from the research community due to its potential to be a valuable support tool for identifying underlying neural differences in language processing among this population. While the technology has seen significant advancements in recent years, researchers, particularly in psychology and special education, might face difficulties utilizing eye-tracking technology in their dyslexia research. The present study aims to provide a comprehensive overview of how eye tracking is employed in this field. By analysing 71 papers, we investigated the range of dyslexia-related aspects that were addressed by eye-tracking technology, how the technology was used, and the connections between eye-tracking measurements and reading in studies including individuals with dyslexia. This review article reveals that researchers have long recognized the potential of eye tracking in dyslexia research, as evidenced by the consistent focus on this technology in relevant studies throughout the years. Our paper also indicates the value of eye-tracking technology in exploring a wide range of dyslexia-related aspects. These include reading behaviours and information searching, the impact of materials on reading performance, detection, intervention, and the evaluation of intervention outcomes. Furthermore, by exploring both the achievements and shortcomings, the paper offers a valuable roadmap for future research specifically focused on supporting individuals with dyslexia.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-16"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-12-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142795943","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}