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Levels and correlates of physical activity among wheelchair users: a cross-sectional study. 轮椅使用者身体活动水平及其相关因素:一项横断面研究。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-06-25 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2523512
Maryam Gazo, Mohammad S Nazzal, Qussai M Obiedat, Alaa Jaber, Sereen Amayra, Husny Amerih
{"title":"Levels and correlates of physical activity among wheelchair users: a cross-sectional study.","authors":"Maryam Gazo, Mohammad S Nazzal, Qussai M Obiedat, Alaa Jaber, Sereen Amayra, Husny Amerih","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2523512","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2523512","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Wheelchair users (WCUs) face a variety of health-related, psychological, social, and environmental barriers that can hinder their ability to engage in physical activity (PA). This study aims to examine PA among WCUs in Jordan and identify its correlates.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Study utilized a cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 120 manual and powered WCUs with mobility impairments. Outcome measures used included the Physical Activity Scale for Individuals with Physical Disabilities, the Functioning Every Day with a Wheelchair tool, Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale, Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire, and the Fatigue Assessment Scale.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The mean age of the participants was 40.04 years. The majority of participants, 68.3%, used manual wheelchairs, while 31.7% used powered wheelchairs. The PASIPD mean score was 12.32 ± 10.23, ranging from 0 to 48.38. A multivariable linear regression analysis showed that PA levels were significantly associated with employment status, disability duration, stress score, history falling from wheelchair, number of wheelchairs owned currently, fatigue level, time since using a wheelchair, and type of wheelchair. The regression model explained 46.2% of the variance in the PASIPD total score (r<sup>2</sup> = 0.462, <i>F</i> = 9.367, <i>p</i>-value <0.01).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Jordanian WCUs exhibited low PA levels. Findings offer valuable insights for healthcare professionals to develop targeted interventions and support systems to promote PA and participation among WCUs. Rehabilitation interventions may include provision of customized wheelchairs, proper training on propulsion and maintenance, fatigue management, vocational programs, fall prevention as well as stress management strategies to enhance physical activity and overall participation.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"2083-2093"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144498431","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}
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Smart seat cushion mobile application with on-device posture prediction using TensorFlow lite. 智能坐垫移动应用程序与设备上的姿势预测使用TensorFlow lite。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-06-21 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2522784
Saurav Kumar, Pranav Kashyap Gujja, Snehith Kongara, Yi-Ting Tzen, Muthu B J Wijesundara
{"title":"Smart seat cushion mobile application with on-device posture prediction using TensorFlow lite.","authors":"Saurav Kumar, Pranav Kashyap Gujja, Snehith Kongara, Yi-Ting Tzen, Muthu B J Wijesundara","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2522784","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2522784","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Pressure injuries (PI) pose a significant risk for individuals with spinal cord injuries. While clinical guidelines recommend periodic pressure redistribution (PR), adherence is often low due to limited real-time monitoring and feedback. In this paper, we present an Android application, integrated with a machine learning-based posture prediction algorithm to enhance real-time monitoring and feedback in a smart seat cushion (SSC) system for wheelchair users. Data from 12 healthy non-wheelchair participants in nine seating postures were collected. Five deep leaning architectures - Multi-Layer Perceptron (MLP), Convolutional Neural Network (CNN), Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM), CNN-LSTM, and Multi-Headed Attention models were trained, and their test performances were compared. An Android application was then developed with Flutter for on-device deployment. The highest performing model (LSTM) was then integrated using TensorFlow Lite to enable real-time posture prediction. We found that LSTM gives an accuracy of 92%, outperforming the other architectures. Also, the Android app was tested on a Google Pixel tablet, which can successfully control seat cushion operations wirelessly, identify user's seating postures, visualize live pressure maps, generate statistics of user's seating habits and weight shifting maneuvers, as well as provide guidance during pressure relief protocols to improve adherence. The proposed system provides a solution to low adherence to weight shift protocols observed in other studies by providing a live pressure map view and real-time feedback, thereby promoting consistent PR practice. This innovation represents a significant advancement in the prevention of PI and supports improved user compliance with clinical guidelines.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"2459-2473"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144340488","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}
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From checklist to app for attuned and stimulating care for persons with intellectual disabilities: evaluation of a co-creative strategy. 从检查表到应用程序,为智障人士提供协调和刺激的护理:对共同创造策略的评估。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-04-22 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2490232
Tanja W M Doodeman, Carlo Schuengel, Paula S Sterkenburg
{"title":"From checklist to app for attuned and stimulating care for persons with intellectual disabilities: evaluation of a co-creative strategy.","authors":"Tanja W M Doodeman, Carlo Schuengel, Paula S Sterkenburg","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2490232","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2490232","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The effective Attune and Stimulate-checklist improves sensitive responsiveness in caregivers of persons with severe intellectual disabilities. To widen access to the tool for implementation purposes, this paper describes the co-creative, iterative transformation process from checklist to app, and evaluates the user experience of this Attune & Stimulate-app (A&S-app).</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>First, the A&S-app development, in which 50 parents and professionals were involved, was described according to a spiral development process model. Second, the A&S-app was evaluated by 15 other parents and professional caregivers of persons with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities in a three-week pre-experimental design. User experiences were investigated using semi-structured interviews and pre- and post-test social validity questionnaires.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Five themes were extracted from documentation of the development process (e.g. (a) collaboration between stakeholders, software developers and researchers; (b) alternation between creating and testing; (c) benefits of digitalisation). Both the social validity ratings of the expectations (<i>M</i> = 4.01, <i>SD</i> = 0.43) and the experiences (<i>M</i> = 3.70, <i>SD</i> = 0.52) with the A&S-app were positive. The interviews revealed four overarching themes: (1) the importance, reasons of use, and practical application; (2) the design, technical functioning, and other characteristics of the app (e.g. clear, concrete, flexibly applicable, and easily accessible); (3) (automated) effects on caregivers (e.g. focused observation, more awareness of emotional states); and (4) future implementation.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study resulted in a positively appraised A&S-app with perceived potential to be sustainably implemented in the daily lives of parents and professionals of persons with intellectual disabilities.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"2196-2207"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143992213","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}
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Smart glasses for remote assistance: analysing usability and optimal user characteristics among young adults with and without autism. 用于远程辅助的智能眼镜:分析有和没有自闭症的年轻人的可用性和最佳用户特征。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-04-24 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2494660
Raneen Osman, Liron Lamash
{"title":"Smart glasses for remote assistance: analysing usability and optimal user characteristics among young adults with and without autism.","authors":"Raneen Osman, Liron Lamash","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2494660","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2494660","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often face challenges achieving independence and require ongoing support from caregivers. Smart glasses can develop skills and provide remote support, but user discomfort suggests further investigation into their usability and suitability.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>This study assesses smart glasses' usability, comparing young adults (20-34 years) with (<i>n</i> = 22) and without (<i>n</i> = 22) ASD performing an online shopping task (OST). It explores correlations between usability and users' cognitive, sensory and emotional characteristics. Assessments included demographics, Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile, Behaviour Rating Inventory of Executive Function-Adult (BRIEF-A) and Depression and Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS) and post-task, the Usefulness, Satisfaction and Ease-of-Use (USE) and Post-Study System Usability Questionnaire (PSSUQ).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Findings showed good usability for both groups (PSSUQ <i>M</i> = 2.82; USE <i>M</i> = 5.29; <i>SD</i> = 0.81). The ASD group showed more difficulty in the ease-of-use category. Sensory characteristic correlations were found between the USE usability score and low registration (<i>r</i> = -0.40, <i>p</i> = 0.01) and between the PSSUQ and low registration (<i>r</i> = 0 .34, <i>p</i> < 0.05), seeking (<i>r</i> = -0.35, <i>p</i> < 0.05) and sensitivity (<i>r</i> = 0.35, <i>p</i> < 0.05). Correlations were found between PSSUQ and BRIEF-A for cognitive (<i>r</i> = 0.36, <i>p</i> < 0.05) and PSSUQ and DASS for emotional (<i>r</i> = 0.30, <i>p</i> = 0.05) characteristics. Cluster analysis identified a subgroup (<i>n</i> = 19; 43.2%) more suited for smart glasses, with higher seeking behaviours and executive functions, lower sensitivities and negative emotional states.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Findings highlight smart glasses' potential for providing remote support.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"2234-2248"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144054450","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}
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How does social media shape the duration of formal care for disabled elderly? Moderating effects based on digital competence and psychological expectancy. 社交媒体如何影响残疾老年人的正式护理时间?基于数字能力和心理期望的调节效应。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-07-08 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2525539
Yuanfeng Liu, Tianfeng Long
{"title":"How does social media shape the duration of formal care for disabled elderly? Moderating effects based on digital competence and psychological expectancy.","authors":"Yuanfeng Liu, Tianfeng Long","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2525539","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2525539","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To examine whether the use of social media can promote the selection of formal care services by disabled elderly and identifies the moderating effects of elderly digital competence and psychological expectations on this relationship.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Based on the modified Anderson model and consumer behaviour psychology, study employs China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) data from 2015, 2018 and 2020 to empirically examine the utilisation duration and mechanisms of formal care services for the disabled elderly.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The use of social media has significantly increased both the duration of formal care for disabled elderly and the total time of blended family care and formal care. Digital competence and high psychological expectations positively moderate the influence of social media on the utilisation of formal care services.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Enhancing the psychological expectations of disabled elderly regarding formal care services through the information-accessing features of social media and improving their digital competence therefore enhance socialised elderly care security, build a \"smart elderly care\" platform and conduct \"spatial accessibility + social media skills\" training, achieve precise coverage of care services.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"2146-2159"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144585289","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}
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The role of assistive devices and technologies in the activities and participation in everyday life of children with cerebral palsy - a scoping review. 辅助装置和技术在脑瘫儿童的活动和日常生活参与中的作用-范围审查。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-09-10 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2549905
Dyon Hoekstra, Annett Thiele
{"title":"The role of assistive devices and technologies in the activities and participation in everyday life of children with cerebral palsy - a scoping review.","authors":"Dyon Hoekstra, Annett Thiele","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2549905","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2549905","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Many studies investigate the impact of assistive devices and technologies (AD/AT) on physical outcomes. The role of AD/ATs in everyday activities and participation of children with cerebral palsy (CP) has received much less attention. This review scopes the impact of AD/ATs by the activities and participation components of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Five databases (Pubmed, Web of Science, Eric, FIS Bildung, Wiso) were initially searched between May 2023 and July 2023. An updated search (also adding EBSCO) was conducted until December 2024. Inclusion criteria were: (1) Children diagnosed with CP, (2) exploring the impact of specific AD/ATs, (3) AD/ATs that were used by the child itself, (4) AD/ATs that were applied or tested in everyday life; (5) written in English or German; (6) published from 2007 onwards in a peer-reviewed journal.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>8539 records were identified. 2673 duplicates were removed. Title and abstract screening excluded 4919 records. After full-text screening of 948 records 22 records were included. AD/ATs in the included studies ranged from adaptive seating devices to balance-based video games. Most AD/ATs addressed gross motor impairments, primarily walking, posture and mobility (19 out of 22).</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Findings suggest that AD/ATs can enhance independence in gross motor tasks, interpersonal interactions and self-care, which can promote autonomy and social participation. However, significant research gaps persist regarding their impact across a broader range of domains and further studies are needed to explore the full potential of AD/ATs over time and to improve outcome measures.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1994-2015"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145030891","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}
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AI-enabled AT Framework: a principles-based approach to emerging assistive technology. 支持人工智能的AT框架:新兴辅助技术的基于原则的方法。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-04-02 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2479838
David Silvera-Tawil, Liesel Higgins, Katie Packer, Andrew A Bayor, Janine G Walker, Jane Li, Philippa Niven, Sankalp Khanna, Josh Byrnes, DanaKai Bradford, Jill Freyne
{"title":"AI-enabled AT Framework: a principles-based approach to emerging assistive technology.","authors":"David Silvera-Tawil, Liesel Higgins, Katie Packer, Andrew A Bayor, Janine G Walker, Jane Li, Philippa Niven, Sankalp Khanna, Josh Byrnes, DanaKai Bradford, Jill Freyne","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2479838","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2479838","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> Assistive Technology (AT) is an umbrella term that describes the combination of devices and services used by individuals with a disability to perform tasks that might otherwise be difficult or impossible to complete due to their disability. Increasingly, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used in the development of innovative AT. Given the diverse applications of AI and the unique needs of people with disability, a practical approach that facilitates informed decision-making for all stakeholders while supporting choice and control for people with disability, in the AI-enabled AT space, is essential. This paper presents the ''AI-enabled AT Framework'', a tool that aims to facilitate effective decision-making, development, and assessment of AI-enabled AT.</p><p><p><b>Materials and Methods:</b> The framework was co-designed through a participatory research approach, engaging key stakeholders, including people with disabilities, carers and support people, AI and AT industry representatives, government bodies, and researchers. A multi-stage process was employed, including literature review, interviews, focus groups, and industry workshops.</p><p><p><b>Results:</b> The AI-enabled AT Framework provides a structured, person-centered approach for assessing AI-enabled AT, incorporating six core domains: user experience, privacy and security, quality, safety, relative value, and human rights. It supports decision-making for stakeholders by providing clear evaluation criteria to assess AI-enabled AT. The framework highlights the importance of ongoing stakeholder engagement and outlines a roadmap for implementation, refinement, and adoption.</p><p><p><b>Conclusion:</b> The AI-enabled AT Framework offers a practical tool to enhance decision-making in the development, evaluation, and deployment of AI-enabled AT. By emphasizing co-design and stakeholder engagement, it promotes ethical, effective, and user-centered AI applications. Future research should focus on framework validation, implementation strategies, and addressing emerging challenges in AI-enabled AT adoption.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1955-1974"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143765398","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}
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Exploring electromyography for assistive technology: feasibility, usability and performance of a dry sensor EMG switch. 探索肌电图辅助技术:干式肌电开关的可行性、可用性和性能。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-05-14 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2501746
Simon Judge
{"title":"Exploring electromyography for assistive technology: feasibility, usability and performance of a dry sensor EMG switch.","authors":"Simon Judge","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2501746","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2501746","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Switch access is a tool used by many individuals with physical disabilities. Switches used in assistive technology are typically electro-mechanical. Electromyography (EMG) has previously been suggested for assistive technology switch access but has been little explored.</p><p><p><b>Materials and Methods:</b> An exploratory study aiming to investigate the feasibility, usability and performance of a dry sensor EMG switch when used by individuals with physical disabilities to control assistive technology was conducted.</p><p><p><b>Results:</b> Twelve participants with a range of underlying conditions trialled a novel dry sensor EMG switch. Switch reaction performance data for both EMG and conventional switches and qualitative feedback from semi-structured interviews were collected and tabulated. Results showed that the EMG switch was feasible to use in a range of placements and with a range of individuals, that it was feasible in some situations where a conventional switch was not, and that it may be more appropriate for those with hypokinetic movement disorders. Some participants described use of the EMG switch as less effortful and fatiguing. Some participants had faster reaction times using the EMG switch compared to conventional switches, the fastest average reaction time reported in the study (483 ms) was using the EMG switch. More false positive activations occurred when using the EMG switch and participants described this as impacting on usability. Setup complexity was also noted as a key usability barrier.</p><p><p><b>Conclusions:</b> This study highlights potential benefits of EMG switches but suggests further development is needed to improve ease of use and minimise false activations if EMG switches are to achieve broader adoption.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"2315-2326"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144081339","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}
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Are manual wheelchair rear wheel rolling resistance and friction (in)-dependent of load, tire pressure, and camber angle? An evaluation across different surfaces. 手动轮椅后轮滚动阻力和摩擦是否与负载、胎压和倾角有关?跨不同表面的评估。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-05-13 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2501745
Mathieu Deves, Yoann Poulet, Arnaud Hays, Arnaud Faupin, Christophe Sauret
{"title":"Are manual wheelchair rear wheel rolling resistance and friction (in)-dependent of load, tire pressure, and camber angle? An evaluation across different surfaces.","authors":"Mathieu Deves, Yoann Poulet, Arnaud Hays, Arnaud Faupin, Christophe Sauret","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2501745","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2501745","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Rolling resistance of manual wheelchair (MWC) has been widely studied, and while many studies have focused on the effects of rear-wheel configurations and surface types, few studies have comprehensively explored a broad range of surfaces and their interactions with wheel configurations. Additionally, rear wheel grip (i.e., friction) remains underexplored.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>To assess the specific impact of rear-wheel configurations on both rolling resistance and grip, a deceleration cart with four identical wheels was developed. The rolling resistance and static friction of three tire types were tested across two loads, four camber angles, three inflation pressures, and seven surface types, including sports and everyday surfaces. Measurements were obtained using wireless inertial measurement units during deceleration tests and using a handheld dynamometer during grip tests, following an experimental design approach.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Statistical analysis identified surface type as the most influential factor on rolling resistance and static friction, with tire pressure and camber angle also having significant surface-dependent effects.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The use of the deceleration cart enabled precise determination of the specific rolling resistance properties and static friction coefficients of MWC wheels, facilitating the creation of a dataset that characterizes the rolling resistance and grip properties of wheels on various surfaces.</p>","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"2415-2432"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144053359","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}
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Assessing cybersickness in a Virtual Reality intervention among older adults living in nursing homes: a feasibility study. 在养老院的老年人中评估虚拟现实干预中的晕机:一项可行性研究。
IF 2.2 4区 医学
Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-10-01 Epub Date: 2025-05-13 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2503909
Yijun Li, Irina Shiyanov, Beate Muschalla
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