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Power wheelchair driving analysis for people with motor disabilities using ANN classification. 基于神经网络分类的运动障碍者电动轮椅驾驶分析。

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-02 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2025.2499189

Hicham Zatla, Bilal Tolbi, Fares Bouriachi

{"title":"Power wheelchair driving analysis for people with motor disabilities using ANN classification.","authors":"Hicham Zatla, Bilal Tolbi, Fares Bouriachi","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2025.2499189","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/17483107.2025.2499189","url":null,"abstract":"The present paper aims primarily to analyze the driving skills of patients with different pathologies using artificial neural networks. The evaluation of these patients' abilities to drive an electric wheelchair or power wheelchair shows that this battery-operated device can be dangerous for them when they present severe motor deficiencies. It is for this reason that it was deemed necessary to use a Power Wheelchair (PW) driving simulator in order to analyze, in an objective manner, their driving abilities. Consequently, an experimental study was carried out using the driving simulator at the Center for the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation of Children (Centre de Médecine Physique et de Réadaptation pour Enfants) in Flavigny-sur-Moselle in France. The error between the reference trajectories and the patient's calculated trajectories which was used as input for classification allowed obtaining the model for analyzing the driver's skills. This model was then used for identifying the familiarized and novice users. The evolution of the above-mentioned error turned out to be an important indicator for improving the quality of the patient's driving skills during the learning phase.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-8"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144054432","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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Discovering the barriers to scaling a co-design approach for the provision of custom assistive technology within healthcare services. 发现在医疗保健服务中推广提供定制辅助技术的共同设计方法的障碍。

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2024-09-26 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2406443

Jonathan Howard, Sally Cloke, Dominic Eggbeer, Katie Beverley

{"title":"Discovering the barriers to scaling a co-design approach for the provision of custom assistive technology within healthcare services.","authors":"Jonathan Howard, Sally Cloke, Dominic Eggbeer, Katie Beverley","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2406443","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2406443","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Using computer-aided design and 3D printing within a co-design process to produce assistive technology (AT) has a positive impact in delivering customised solutions to end-users' needs. However, to date its adoption within healthcare services has been limited. This work aims to gather clinicians' insights to identify and analyse barriers inherent in the AT design, manufacturing, and provision processes and inform a detailed understanding of the current AT eco-system. It forms part of a long-term ambition to efficiently scale up a service for the co-design of custom AT across specialties and healthcare services.Methods: Five interactive workshops were run with 21 healthcare professionals currently involved in AT provision. Participants were recruited from two health boards in the UK. Thematic analysis was used to identify common barriers to scaling up a custom AT approach. Additionally, an eco-system map was created to determine the key stakeholders and their interactions.Results: Nineteen descriptive themes, grouped into four analytical themes, were identified related to the design of AT, access to AT, healthcare staffing and healthcare system pressures. The eco-system map identified sixteen individual stakeholders and ten different groups of significant corporate stakeholders.Discussion: The identified barriers relate to both the provision of off-the-shelf and the co-design of customised AT. Further promoting the scaling up of a co-design custom AT process requires: improving communication between stakeholders, enabling information about AT to be easily accessible, ensuring feedback is gathered and used, and creating tools that enable non-expert designers to modify custom AT designs safely and effectively.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"833-844"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142337024","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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Building and testing of a robotic intervention framework to enhancing the social engagement of children with autism spectrum disorder. 建立并测试一个机器人干预框架，以提高自闭症谱系障碍儿童的社会参与度。

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2024-10-08 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2412076

Eva Yin-Han Chung, Kenneth Kuen-Fung Sin, Daniel Hung-Kay Chow

{"title":"Building and testing of a robotic intervention framework to enhancing the social engagement of children with autism spectrum disorder.","authors":"Eva Yin-Han Chung, Kenneth Kuen-Fung Sin, Daniel Hung-Kay Chow","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2412076","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2412076","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Humanoid robot intervention programmes for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are being developed rapidly. This study aimed to develop and test a robotic intervention framework for children with ASD to ensure best practice.Methods: In Phase I of this study, an initial framework was built based on a scoping review. This review aimed to identify the core elements conducive to effective robotic intervention programmes for children with ASD. In Phase II, the content of the initial framework was verified using a case study approach in a real-life setting.Results: The robotic intervention framework, which comprised three domains, was built and tested. The three domains were robot-, child-, and programme-related factors. Elements within each domain were identified and verified in real-life contexts.Conclusions: The proposed framework will enhance evidence-based practice in robotic intervention programmes. However, further clinical testing is warranted to enhance the efficacy and validity of this framework. A good programme design incorporating all essential elements for effective intervention will ensure the success of the training programme for children with ASD.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"878-888"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142394286","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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3D printing as assistive technology for individuals with deafblindness: perspectives of rehabilitation professionals. 三维打印作为聋盲人士的辅助技术：康复专业人员的观点。

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2024-11-21 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2431630

Maxime Bleau, Atul Jaiswal, Peter Holzhey, Walter Wittich

{"title":"3D printing as assistive technology for individuals with deafblindness: perspectives of rehabilitation professionals.","authors":"Maxime Bleau, Atul Jaiswal, Peter Holzhey, Walter Wittich","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2431630","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2431630","url":null,"abstract":"There is a growing body of evidence on practical applications of three-dimensional (3D) printing to support the rehabilitation of individuals with sensory impairments. However, applications in the field of deafblindness, or the combination of vision and hearing impairment, remain scarce. Therefore, the present study aimed to explore actual and potential applications of 3D printing in deafblindness rehabilitation from the perspective of rehabilitation professionals in two focus group discussions that involved orientation and mobility specialists, vision rehabilitation specialists, audiologists, and braille technicians. Participants exchanged on 1) 3D printing applications to address their clients' rehabilitation needs, 2) factors that can impact its integration into their practice, and 3) the ideal logistics for producing and delivering 3D printed products. Educative models and functional adaptations were identified to improve communication, learning, mobility, and independent living skills for individuals with deafblindness. Professionals agreed that the main barriers limiting 3D printing adoption were linked to time constraints and insufficient awareness or knowledge about this technology, while the most crucial facilitator was the promotion of interdisciplinary collaborations with 3D printing experts. The present findings thus emphasize the need for global collaborations, knowledge dissemination, and ongoing research and validation of 3D printing applications to support individuals with deafblindness.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1067-1080"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142689218","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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Occupational therapists' perspectives on welfare technologies for dementia: exploring recommendation frequencies - a pilot study. 职业治疗师对痴呆症福利技术的看法：探索建议频率--一项试点研究。

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2024-10-13 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2412785

Antonios Tsertsidis, Gideon Mbiydzenyuy

{"title":"Occupational therapists' perspectives on welfare technologies for dementia: exploring recommendation frequencies - a pilot study.","authors":"Antonios Tsertsidis, Gideon Mbiydzenyuy","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2412785","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2412785","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Occupational therapists have long been recognized for their expertise in welfare technology use, particularly in the context of dementia care. Despite this advanced training, however, there is often a gap between their knowledge of available technologies and the frequency with which they recommend these tools to individuals with dementia.Aims/objectives: This study explores the perspectives of occupational therapists on the recommendations of welfare technologies for individuals with dementia.Materials and methods: A survey was created with the assistance of an expert group in a Swedish municipality. The survey consisted of 26 questions (demographics, background/workload, perceptions of welfare technologies, accessibility/information and knowledge on how and when to use, and initiation of contact and recommendation frequency) and was distributed to 60 occupational therapists within the selected municipality. We received a total of 29 responses. The responses were then analyzed qualitatively for meaningful insights across various themes. Using an encoding scheme, a statistical analysis of the responses was performed to uncover potential trends in the distribution of the responses.Results: Results indicate positive perceptions of welfare technologies by occupational therapists, but a low frequency of recommendations for individuals with dementia.Conclusions and significance: Based on the results, we find it important to advocate for more educational opportunities for occupational therapists regarding welfare technologies and improved organizational structures that promote their understanding and ultimately benefits of recommending welfare technologies to individuals with dementia.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"889-900"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142477778","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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Factors influencing adoption and sustained use of rehabilitation technologies: a scoping review and qualitative analysis. 影响采用和持续使用康复技术的因素：范围审查和定性分析。

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-13 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2435571

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":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2435571","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: 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.Methods: 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.Results: 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.Conclusion: 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.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"804-822"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","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}

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Management of FSHD symptoms: current assistive technologies and pharmacological approaches. 前列腺增生症症状管理：当前的辅助技术和药物治疗方法。

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2024-11-20 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2431058

George Hitti, Aaron Kavanaugh, Brian Zukotynski, Fabrizio Billi

{"title":"Management of FSHD symptoms: current assistive technologies and pharmacological approaches.","authors":"George Hitti, Aaron Kavanaugh, Brian Zukotynski, Fabrizio Billi","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2431058","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2431058","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD) is a genetically linked disorder characterized by the progressive deterioration of muscles controlling facial and scapular movement. The severity and distribution of affected muscle groups vary significantly across patient demographics, necessitating diverse assistive approaches.Objective: This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of assistive devices and therapeutic options, including medications and rehabilitative therapies, tailored to specific manifestations of FSHD.Methods: An analysis of existing literature and clinical trials was conducted to explore current assistive technologies and pharmacological treatments, focusing on their application to FSHD patients with varying symptom severity.Results: Although several pharmacological treatments, such as steroids, supplements, protein inhibitors, and knockout strategies, are under investigation, none have yet fully counteracted the disease process driven by toxic DUX4 production. Consequently, the broad assortment of assistive devices currently on the market remain critical for improving quality of life.Conclusion: Despite advances in pharmacological research, the variability in FSHD manifestations necessitates a personalized approach combining assistive technologies and tailored therapeutic interventions. Future research should continue exploring integrative strategies to address the unique needs of FSHD patients.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"733-741"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142683222","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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Status in using wearable devices as surveillance tools in public health research among people with disabilities: preliminary analysis of 2017 BRFSS. 在残疾人公共卫生研究中使用可穿戴设备作为监测工具的现状：2017年BRFSS的初步分析

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-03 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2436128

Lu Shi, Nicole Fiscella, Willie Leung

{"title":"Status in using wearable devices as surveillance tools in public health research among people with disabilities: preliminary analysis of 2017 BRFSS.","authors":"Lu Shi, Nicole Fiscella, Willie Leung","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2436128","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2436128","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The study aims to examine the association between disability status and willingness to share wearable devices and mobile apps data for public health research using the 2017 Behavioral risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) through secondary data analysis.Materials and Methods: Current wearable device and mobile apps users at the time of the 2017 BRFSS survey administration from eight states were included in the analysis. Descriptive, chi-square analysis, and multivariable logistic regressions were performed to examine the associations. Subsample analyses were also conducted for individuals with disabilities and different types of disability, including visual impairments, hearing impairments, cognitive disability, independent living disability, self-care disability, and mobility disability on their willingness to share wearable device and mobile app data.Results: Among the 1575 wearable device and mobile app users, 17.8% (95% CI [14.6, 22.0]) were participants with disabilities. Less than half of the participants (43.8%, 95% CI [38.0, 50.0]) were willing to share their data for public health research with no significant differences between those with and without disabilities or among specific disability types.Conclusion: The findings underscore a general reluctance to share information for public health research. To address this reluctance, it is crucial to enhance public awareness of the potential benefits and educate users on how sharing data could contribute to understanding health behaviors and identifying public health needs.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1117-1122"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142773726","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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Effects of spatial learning using tactile maps on orientation accuracy by path integration and mental imagery walking in blindfolded sighted people. 使用触觉地图进行空间学习对蒙眼视力正常者通过路径整合和心理想象行走的定向准确性的影响。

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2024-11-11 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2424882

Wataru Toyoda, Masaki Ogata, Rinen Ueyama

{"title":"Effects of spatial learning using tactile maps on orientation accuracy by path integration and mental imagery walking in blindfolded sighted people.","authors":"Wataru Toyoda, Masaki Ogata, Rinen Ueyama","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2424882","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2424882","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Focusing on individuals with visual impairment, this study investigated the effects of spatial learning using tactile maps on orientation accuracy by path integration in physical and mental imagery walking scenarios.Materials and methods: Twelve blindfolded sighted people learned nonlooping routes with two corners using tactile maps composed of volumetric raised-line elements, then navigated the routes physically and mentally. At four orientation points along the route-the starting point, Corner A, Corner B, and the endpoint-participants indicated the direction of the other points by aligning a raised, tapered rectangle attached to a horizontal digital protractor.Results and discussion: During the physical and mental walking tasks, the participants' mean orientation error values, representing the error in angle from the correct orientation, approximated zero for all orientation directions. However, the mean absolute error, i.e. the absolute value of the orientation error, ranged from 12.5° to 32.5° across different orientation points and tasks. As the participants followed the route, the absolute error relative to the next direction of travel increased, and the absolute errors for orientation points they had passed were substantially large. These results indicate that although tactile maps do not always enable precise orientation, they provide navigators with a surveyed spatial understanding that assists orientation through path integration. Furthermore, the mean difference in orientation error between mental and walking tasks measured on the same route for all directions was not significantly different from zero. This suggests that mental imagery walking with the tactile map helps predict orientation performance by path integration in navigators without vision.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1001-1012"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142630465","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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A pilot evaluation of school-based LEGO® robotics therapy for autistic students. 基于学校的LEGO®机器人治疗自闭症学生的试点评估。

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Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2025-05-01 Epub Date: 2024-12-05 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2024.2433681

Parimala Raghavendra, David Hobbs, Niki Welz, David Trembath, Rowena Petticrew, Emma Hinze, Belinda Lange

{"title":"A pilot evaluation of school-based LEGO® robotics therapy for autistic students.","authors":"Parimala Raghavendra, David Hobbs, Niki Welz, David Trembath, Rowena Petticrew, Emma Hinze, Belinda Lange","doi":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2433681","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17483107.2024.2433681","url":null,"abstract":"There is emerging evidence that LEGO® therapy is an effective way of supporting younger autistic children develop their communication and social skills. LEGO® robotics therapy - which uses the principles of LEGO® therapy applied to LEGO® robotics - may be an age-appropriate intervention to reduce anxiety and increase social skills in autistic adolescents. The aims of this study, involving 24 autistic students aged 13-16 years, were to examine (a) the effect of an 8-week LEGO® robotics therapy on students' anxiety, social skills, academic motivation, and engagement, and (b) the views and perceptions of all stakeholders (students, parents, school staff and facilitators) regarding the program. An adapted explanatory sequential basic mixed-methods design was used. Groups of three students supported by two facilitators participated in the LEGO® robotics therapy for eight sessions at school. Quantitative data was collected before and after therapy using the Anxiety Scale for children-Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social Skills Improvement System and the Motivation and Engagement scale. Qualitative data was collected using open-ended online questionnaires, interviews, and focus groups from all stakeholders. No statistically significant within group differences were found in relation to students' anxiety, social skills, motivation and engagement before and after the program. Qualitative findings indicated predominantly positive student experiences and outcomes such as better school attendance, increased confidence, and social skills. The findings suggest that LEGO® robotics therapy may be associated with a range of nuanced positive experiences and outcomes for individuals and groups of students, suggesting potential value in further efforts to refine the program.","PeriodicalId":47806,"journal":{"name":"Disability and Rehabilitation-Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1081-1093"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142786794","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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