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An AI-enhanced interactive storytelling platform for children with cognitive disabilities. 为认知障碍儿童提供的人工智能增强互动讲故事平台。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-03-11 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2638408

Osama Hosam

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Effect of assistive technology on the burden of caregivers to older adults: A systematic review. 辅助技术对老年人照顾者负担的影响：一项系统综述。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-03-10 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2634725

Hyun-Jung Kim, Yong-Soon Shin

{"title":"Effect of assistive technology on the burden of caregivers to older adults: A systematic review.","authors":"Hyun-Jung Kim, Yong-Soon Shin","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2634725","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10400435.2026.2634725","url":null,"abstract":"The purpose of this review is to determine the effectiveness of assistive technologies in reducing the caregiving burden for older adults with cognitive impairments and disabilities. International databases, Cochrane, PubMed, Embase, and Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, as well as KoreaMed and other Korean databases, were searched for studies published up to March 30, 2025.The included studies were synthesized using a systematic review without meta-analysis approach. Twelve studies were selected, comprising 941 participants, with eight randomized and four non-randomized controlled trials. Methodologically, the reviewers assessed randomized controlled trials using Cochrane's Risk-of-Bias tool 2.0 and non-randomized controlled trials using the Risk of Bias Assessment Tool for Non-randomized Studies. Assistive technology included social-assist robots; smart tablets or mobile devices; home care technologies that provide monitoring or assistance with activities of daily living; and interactive technologies that enable home monitoring, visits, and telecare. Assistive technology significantly reduced caregiver distress, role strain, concerns about older adults, caregiver burnout, anxiety, negative feelings, and loss of control, and improved caregiver well-being.Caregivers should consider using assistive technology to care for older adults as it can reduce their care burden. Further intervention studies are necessary to analyze how interventions using assistive technology reduce caregiver burden.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437309","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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Learning outcomes of infants and young children with spinal muscular atrophy type I provided with modified-electric-toy-cars in their natural environment. I型脊髓性肌萎缩症婴幼儿在自然环境中使用改装电动玩具车的学习效果。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-03-10 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2639045

Cristina Isabel Díaz-López, Rocío Palomo-Carrión, Maribel Ródenas-Martínez, Beatriz de-Andrés-Beltrán, Lisbeth Nilsson, María Coello-Villalón, Purificación López-Muñoz

{"title":"Learning outcomes of infants and young children with spinal muscular atrophy type I provided with modified-electric-toy-cars in their natural environment.","authors":"Cristina Isabel Díaz-López, Rocío Palomo-Carrión, Maribel Ródenas-Martínez, Beatriz de-Andrés-Beltrán, Lisbeth Nilsson, María Coello-Villalón, Purificación López-Muñoz","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2639045","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2639045","url":null,"abstract":"Objectives: To examine powered mobility learning in children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) type I, involving families and evaluating goal attainment through the use of small, modified electric toy cars in the children's natural environments.Design: Single-blind pilot intervention study derived from an originally planned wait-list randomized controlled trial. This report includes only the immediate-intervention group that received powered mobility training.Setting: Participants' natural environments.Participants: Children aged 10 months to 5 years diagnosed with SMA type I, with no previous powered mobility experience.Interventions: Individualized adaptations of electric toy cars, including postural supports and customized control systems. The structured program lasted 12 weeks, with three 30-minute sessions per week.Outcome measures: Progress in powered mobility use was assessed using the Assessment of Learning Powered Mobility use (ALP). Functional goal achievement was measured with Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS).Results: Of the 16 children enrolled, 9 completed the 12-week intervention. The greatest improvement in ALP phase occurred between weeks 0-4 (88.88%; p = 0.01). Functional goals showed significant improvement at all measured intervals (p < 0.05).Conclusions: A structured powered mobility intervention delivered in natural environments supported mobility learning and functional goal attainment in children with SMA type I.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-9"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437278","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 the gender dimension of access to rehabilitation services for women with amputation in Cambodia. 探讨柬埔寨截肢妇女获得康复服务的性别层面。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-03-09 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2620591

Cliona O'Sullivan, Sophary Met, Sisary Kheng, Ciara Murphy, Arne Henning Eide, Andreas Wladis, Cornelia A Barth

{"title":"Exploring the gender dimension of access to rehabilitation services for women with amputation in Cambodia.","authors":"Cliona O'Sullivan, Sophary Met, Sisary Kheng, Ciara Murphy, Arne Henning Eide, Andreas Wladis, Cornelia A Barth","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2620591","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2620591","url":null,"abstract":"This study explores the intersection of gender dynamics and access to rehabilitation services for women with amputation in Cambodia. Taking place in a semi-urban setting in Cambodia, the study employs a Community-Based Participatory Research approach, fostering collaboration with local communities and stakeholders. The study focuses on women with amputations, to examine barriers and challenges to rehabilitation services. By utilizing semi-structured interviews with 12 women and reflexive thematic analysis, this research aims to understand the perspectives of women with amputation about access, acceptability and perceptions of rehabilitation. Six interlinked themes were identified that elucidated the lived experiences of Cambodian women with amputations: Family Dimensions, Financial Impact, the Impact on the Role of Women, Social Isolation and Exclusion, the Care Journey, and the Psychological Distress. Greater awareness of rehabilitation is recommended among the general public, health professionals and policy makers to reduce stigma, improve referral channels and develop gender-specific approaches in service-provision, such as recommendations for women only service initiatives and implementation of staff training to improve awareness and understandings of needs and experiences of women with disabilities. Through a comprehensive exploration, the study contributes to improved understandings about gender-sensitive and equal healthcare solutions, aligning with SDGs, and addressing post-conflict disparities.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-9"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147379259","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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Walking through conflict: An autoethnography of providing prosthetic and orthotic rehabilitation in the Gaza Strip 2023-2025. 穿越冲突：2023-2025年加沙地带提供假肢和矫形器康复的自我民族志。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-03-05 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2639047

Heba Bashir, Louise Puli

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Exploring perspectives of teachers of students with visual impairments on teaching screen readers. 视障学生教师在屏幕阅读教学中的观点探讨。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-03-04 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2630935

Sevgi Kırboyun Tipi

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Evaluating the impact of virtual reality interventions on motor and visual perception skills in children with ADHD: A single blind randomized controlled trial. 评估虚拟现实干预对多动症儿童运动和视觉感知技能的影响：一项单盲随机对照试验

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-03-03 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2631729

Sedef Şahin, Ege Temizkan, Güleser Güney Yılmaz, Ayşenur Baysal Yiğit, Hazal Sonbahar Ulu, Özgün Kaya Kara, Barkın Köse, Müberra Tanrıverdi

{"title":"Evaluating the impact of virtual reality interventions on motor and visual perception skills in children with ADHD: A single blind randomized controlled trial.","authors":"Sedef Şahin, Ege Temizkan, Güleser Güney Yılmaz, Ayşenur Baysal Yiğit, Hazal Sonbahar Ulu, Özgün Kaya Kara, Barkın Köse, Müberra Tanrıverdi","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2631729","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10400435.2026.2631729","url":null,"abstract":"Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often involves motor and visual perceptual challenges that affect daily functioning. Traditional occupational therapy (TOT) is commonly used to address these difficulties, and virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a promising supplementary intervention. This study investigated the effects of VR combined with TOT on motor and visual perceptual skills in children with ADHD. In a single-blind, parallel-group randomized controlled trial, 60 children aged 7-12 years were assigned to an intervention group (VR + TOT) or a control group (TOT only), recruited from a university hospital pediatric clinic. The VR program included five games targeting motor and visual perceptual skills, delivered twice weekly for eight weeks. Outcomes were measured using the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency, Second Edition-Brief Form (BOT2-BF) and the Motor-Free Visual Perception Test, Fourth Edition (MVPT-4). Compared with controls, the VR group showed significant improvements in fine motor precision (F(1,58) = 16.49, p < 0.001, η² = 0.221), balance (F(1,58) = 6.49, p = 0.014, η²=0.101), figure-ground perception (F(1,58) = 38.49, p < 0.001, η² = 0.399), and visual memory (F(1,58) = 17.62, p < 0.001, η² = 0.233). Large effect sizes suggest meaningful added benefits of VR. Further research should examine long-term outcomes and adaptations across ages and ADHD severity.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-10"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147349836","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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Soft robotic wearable upper limb exosuits for people with multiple sclerosis: Overview and SWOT analysis. 多发性硬化症患者软性机器人可穿戴上肢外套：概述和SWOT分析。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-03-02 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2636114

Pritika Ganguly, Anna Bucchieri, Syed Mohd Faraz, Giacinto Barresi, Vineet Vashista, Manish Chauhan

{"title":"Soft robotic wearable upper limb exosuits for people with multiple sclerosis: Overview and SWOT analysis.","authors":"Pritika Ganguly, Anna Bucchieri, Syed Mohd Faraz, Giacinto Barresi, Vineet Vashista, Manish Chauhan","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2636114","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10400435.2026.2636114","url":null,"abstract":"Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that highly impacts the sensory, cognitive, and motor abilities of people affected by it. Impairments in the upper-limb limit the ability to perform everyday tasks, thus leading to loss of independency. In this context, a proper rehabilitative intervention should take into account the complexity of the disease and adapt to people with Multiple Sclerosis (PwMS). Wearable robotic systems offer potential solutions to address such challenges. In particular, exosuits hold the potential to gently adapt to the user's movements while providing assistance in performing a task. This review explores the potential of exosuits in supporting upper-limb function in PwMS, critically examining their benefits and limitations in terms of wearability, user experience, and alignment with MS-specific clinical symptoms. A preliminary SWOT analysis is also presented to identify key Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats associated with the adoption of these technologies, laying the groundwork for future research and development in this field. The findings of this review underscore the need for additional clinical trials specifically involving PwMS to draw robust conclusions on the usability and effectiveness of exosuits; nonetheless, their potential impact remains promising.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-14"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147345763","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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Evaluation of a virtual travel therapy device in long-term care facilities: A clinical survey in real-life conditions. 长期护理设施中虚拟旅行治疗设备的评估：现实生活条件下的临床调查。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-02-25 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2631733

Frédéric Bloch, Julien Moyet, Amandine Duvanel, Florine Meaux, Aminata Minte, Jean-Christophe Froment

{"title":"Evaluation of a virtual travel therapy device in long-term care facilities: A clinical survey in real-life conditions.","authors":"Frédéric Bloch, Julien Moyet, Amandine Duvanel, Florine Meaux, Aminata Minte, Jean-Christophe Froment","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2631733","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10400435.2026.2631733","url":null,"abstract":"Virtual travel therapy (VTT) devices have yielded encouraging results as a non-drug therapy for improving behavioral disorders in patients with Alzheimer's disease or related conditions. However, no data are available concerning the real-life use of these VTT devices in long-term care facilities (LTCF) and their efficacy in this population. We conducted a survey of all LTCF equipped with VTT devices. A questionnaire was designed and dedicated on the characteristics of the LTCF. A part focused on the last 10 residents to have made use of the VTT device. Efficacy was assessed with the Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAS), the QUALIDEM quality-of-life score and a subjective assessment before and after the session. Fifteen LTCF responded (62%). Six LTCF provided data for 35 residents using the VTT device. The subjective evaluation and the HAS and QUALIDEM scores revealed a positive effect of the VTT device. This is the first multicentre study to present subjective and objective data demonstrating the efficacy of VTT devices in LTCF residents suffering from Alzheimer's disease and related disorders and presenting behavioral disorders. This device was appreciated by the various health professionals working in these LTCF, who were able to use it routinely, confirming its value in this population.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-5"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-02-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147286124","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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Relationships between home and community participation, social-cognitive skills, and powered mobility learning in children with SMA type I: A randomized, waiting-list controlled trial. 家庭和社区参与、社会认知技能和动力行动学习在1型SMA儿童中的关系：一项随机、等候名单对照试验。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2026-02-17 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2628660

Cristina Isabel Díaz-López, Rocío Palomo-Carrión, Maria Coello-Villalón, Helena Romay-Barrero, María Plasencia-Robledo, Purificación López-Muñoz

{"title":"Relationships between home and community participation, social-cognitive skills, and powered mobility learning in children with SMA type I: A randomized, waiting-list controlled trial.","authors":"Cristina Isabel Díaz-López, Rocío Palomo-Carrión, Maria Coello-Villalón, Helena Romay-Barrero, María Plasencia-Robledo, Purificación López-Muñoz","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2628660","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2026.2628660","url":null,"abstract":"Early powered mobility offers opportunities for autonomy and participation in children with severe motor impairments, but its impact in spinal muscular atrophy type I (SMA I) remains poorly understood. This randomized, waiting-list controlled trial investigated the effects of early powered mobility training using modified-ride-on cars on participation, social-cognitive skills, and family outcomes in infants and young children with SMA I. The final analysis included 9 children in the experimental group and 7 in the control group. The experimental group received 12 weeks of structured powered mobility training, while the control group received usual care. Participation was assessed with the Young Children's Participation and Environment Measure (YC-PEM), powered mobility learning with the Assessment of Learning Powered Mobility Use (ALP), and cognition with standardized developmental scores. Results showed small but progressive improvements in home participation in the experimental group, with effect sizes reaching the small-to-moderate range, whereas no significant changes were observed in community participation. Correlation analyses indicated moderate-to-strong associations between mobility learning and home participation at follow-up, while cognitive scores were not consistently related to participation outcomes. These findings support the feasibility and clinical relevance of integrating powered mobility in early intervention programs for SMA I to enhance participation in natural contexts.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2026-02-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146214931","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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