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Evaluating Camera Mouse as a computer access system for augmentative and alternative communication in cerebral palsy: A case study. 评估照相机鼠标作为脑瘫患者辅助和替代性交流的电脑接入系统：案例研究。

IF 2.5 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-05-03 Epub Date: 2023-09-12 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2023.2242893

Lauren E MacLellan, Cara E Stepp, Susan K Fager, Michelle Mentis, Alyssa R Boucher, Defne Abur, Gabriel J Cler

{"title":"Evaluating Camera Mouse as a computer access system for augmentative and alternative communication in cerebral palsy: A case study.","authors":"Lauren E MacLellan, Cara E Stepp, Susan K Fager, Michelle Mentis, Alyssa R Boucher, Defne Abur, Gabriel J Cler","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2242893","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2242893","url":null,"abstract":"Camera Mouse is a freely available software program that visually tracks the movement of facial features to allow individuals with motor impairments to control a computer mouse. The goal of this case study was to provide an evaluation of Camera Mouse as a computer access method as part of a multiple modality communication system for an individual with cerebral palsy. The participant was asked to reproduce sentences and respond to ethical dilemmas for language sampling. Tasks were completed using natural speech and an AAC solution consisting of Camera Mouse paired with an orthographic selection interface and speech synthesis. The participant completed a questionnaire for satisfaction with the introduced assistive technology. Camera Mouse resulted in higher intelligibility than natural speech, while natural speech had a higher rate. She used more complex language with her natural speech. The participant rated Camera Mouse as at least 3/5 on all measures, including 5/5 on weight and safety. The results of this case study suggest Camera Mouse is a promising computer access system for communication supported by the participant's satisfaction rating, expressive language, and synthesized speech production capabilities.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"217-223"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2024-05-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10927611/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10571702","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Developing accessible speech technology with users with dysarthric speech. 为有语言障碍的用户开发无障碍语音技术。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-27 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2024.2328082

Elizabeth Howarth, Geena Vabulas, Sean Connolly, Dawn Green, Sara Smolley

{"title":"Developing accessible speech technology with users with dysarthric speech.","authors":"Elizabeth Howarth, Geena Vabulas, Sean Connolly, Dawn Green, Sara Smolley","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2024.2328082","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2024.2328082","url":null,"abstract":"The Voiceitt app is designed for people with dysarthric speech, to support vocal communication and access to voice-driven technologies. Sixty-six participants were recruited to test the Voiceitt app and share feedback with developers. Most had physical, sensory, or cognitive impairments in addition to atypical speech. The project team liaised with individuals, their families and local support teams to provide access to the app and associated equipment. Testing was user-led, with participants asked to identify and test use cases most relevant to their daily lives over three months or more. Ongoing technical support and training were provided remotely and in-person throughout their testing. Semi-structured interviews were used to collect feedback on users' experiences, with delivery adapted to individuals' needs and preferences. Informal feedback was collected through ongoing contact between participants, their families and support teams and the project team. User feedback has led to improvements to the user interface and functionality, including faster voice training, simplified navigation, the introduction of game-style features and of switch access as an alternative to touchscreen access. This work offers a case-study in meaningful engagement with diverse disabled users of assistive technology in commercial software development.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-8"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140307774","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 impact of a training intervention on knowledge, confidence and attitudes of professionals in a Community Acquired Brain Injury Service about assistive technology for cognition: a before and after survey. 培训干预对社区获得性脑损伤服务机构专业人员有关认知辅助技术的知识、信心和态度的影响：前后调查。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-27 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2024.2328068

Helen MacDonald, Gemma Bradley, Katie Cummings, Gemma Eskandari, Charlotte Price, Lara Weller

{"title":"The impact of a training intervention on knowledge, confidence and attitudes of professionals in a Community Acquired Brain Injury Service about assistive technology for cognition: a before and after survey.","authors":"Helen MacDonald, Gemma Bradley, Katie Cummings, Gemma Eskandari, Charlotte Price, Lara Weller","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2024.2328068","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/10400435.2024.2328068","url":null,"abstract":"Assistive Technology for Cognition (ATC) can help people to compensate for cognitive impairments following Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). Examples include mainstream devices such as smartphones, watches and environmental controls, and bespoke devices such as medication devices or specific educational software. Evidence suggests that professional support is key to people successfully adopting ATC, yet low confidence amongst clinicians and perceptions about barriers are often cited as reasons for not recommending ATC in practice. The objectives of this service evaluation were to evaluate the impact of an ATC training opportunity on the knowledge and confidence of staff and to explore staff perspectives of the barriers and enablers to implementation of ATC in practice. A survey was completed by 21 members of a Community Acquired Brain Injury Service before and after participating in an ATC training workshop. Survey findings highlighted that attitudes toward, and confidence with ATC, showed positive change after the training, whilst perceptions about barriers to implementation in practice reduced. Responses also highlighted the perceived importance of education for health professionals, service users and families as key enablers to successful implementation. Multi-professional training is therefore an important part of an implementation strategy for ATC.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"1-7"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140307775","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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Multi-activity 3D printed assistive technology in children: a case study. 儿童多活动 3D 打印辅助技术：案例研究。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-19 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2024.2328091

João Silva, Matilde Silva, Bruno Soares, Carla Quintão, Ana Rita Londral, Cláudia Quaresma

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A retrospective chart review of the patient population accessing augmentative & alternative communication at an urban assistive technology center. 对一家城市辅助技术中心使用辅助和替代性交流技术的病人进行回顾性病历审查。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-03 Epub Date: 2023-07-12 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2023.2224410

Allison Bean, Julia Zezinka, Carmen DiGiovine, Amy Miller Sonntag, Megan Case

{"title":"A retrospective chart review of the patient population accessing augmentative & alternative communication at an urban assistive technology center.","authors":"Allison Bean, Julia Zezinka, Carmen DiGiovine, Amy Miller Sonntag, Megan Case","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2224410","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2224410","url":null,"abstract":"The purpose of this study was to 1) identify and describe the population seeking alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) evaluations at an assistive technology (AT) center in the Midwestern United States and 2) describe the AAC device features or services participants identify as most important at their initial AAC evaluations. Charts of 53 participants seeking AAC interventions at an AT center in the Midwestern United States were retrospectively reviewed. Information from the QUEST 2.0 was used to determine what AT features were identified as most important. The majority of participants seen at the AT center had progressive diseases. Across all of the participants, ease of use and effectiveness were identified as the \"most important\" aspects of an AAC device satisfaction. These findings highlight the importance of determining who is accessing AAC services across AT centers to determine whether barriers to AAC services exist. Moreover, patients report regarding what variables they deem as most important reflect the fact that excellent service-delivery may not overcome the importance of other variables, such as ease of use that impact AAC use.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"147-153"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"9769730","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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Outcomes in occupational therapy students' preparation for wheelchair skills training provision. 职业治疗专业学生准备轮椅技能培训的成果。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-03 Epub Date: 2023-08-22 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2023.2235594

Edward Giesbrecht

{"title":"Outcomes in occupational therapy students' preparation for wheelchair skills training provision.","authors":"Edward Giesbrecht","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2235594","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2235594","url":null,"abstract":"While wheelchair skills training has demonstrated highly effective outcomes for wheelchair users, prevalence of receiving comprehensive skills training is low. Studies demonstrate a wheelchair skills \"bootcamp\" significantly improves occupational therapy students' capacity to demonstrate wheelchair skill performance; however, how bootcamps impact students' self-efficacy to deliver skills training in future clinical practice is unclear. This study explored a large dataset collected from nine successive student cohorts attending a structured wheelchair skills bootcamp at a single site. Bootcamps were 4-4.5 hours in duration and content was based on the Wheelchair Skills Program. Mean improvement in skill capacity was 34.8% (95% CI 33.5; 36.1) and wheelchair self-efficacy improved by 28.7% (95% CI 27.3; 30.1). Post-bootcamp self-efficacy scores for Assessment (80.9%), Training (78.5%), Spotting (87.4%), and Documentation (70.4%) all improved by 30-40%. Mandatory bootcamps had lower baseline scores but similar post-bootcamp and change scores as voluntary ones. Cohorts during the COVID-19 pandemic had significantly lower baseline scores for wheelchair skill capacity and confidence as well as self-efficacy with assessment, but significantly larger improvements post-bootcamp. An experiential bootcamp is effective across a wide range of occupational therapy student cohorts in preparing them to deliver wheelchair skills training in future clinical practice.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"188-195"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10035048","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 use of magnets for the nonvisual construction of syntax-based tangible object assemblies by individuals who are blind or visually impaired. 利用磁铁让盲人或视障人士以非视觉方式构建基于语法的有形物体组合。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-03 Epub Date: 2023-06-26 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2023.2213733

Hyun Woo Kim, Dianne Tv Pawluk

{"title":"The use of magnets for the nonvisual construction of syntax-based tangible object assemblies by individuals who are blind or visually impaired.","authors":"Hyun Woo Kim, Dianne Tv Pawluk","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2213733","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2213733","url":null,"abstract":"Many students have difficulty in mastering syntax when programming. To alleviate this problem, the Scratch programming language was developed to have a visual block-based drag and drop code editor, where the shapes of the blocks and animation are used to make the syntax intuitive. To similarly make syntax intuitive to individuals who are blind or visually impaired (BVI) using tangible code blocks, a method needs to take into account perceptual processing differences between the senses and implementation differences between the physical and virtual world. The studies in this paper examined the effectiveness of using localized reciprocal shape information in combination with magnetic attraction for providing intuitive feedback about syntax. Supplementing the use of localized reciprocal shape constraints with magnetic attraction increased the accuracy and perceived ease of use by blindfolded BVI users to detect whether blocks successfully connected and, therefore, represented a code segment with valid syntax. This did not appear to change significantly with changes in the size and weight of the blocks, although stronger magnetic connections appeared preferred. We also introduced a \"stopper\" design to allow for code blocks to have exceptions to the regular syntax rules, while not adding complexity to the majority of code blocks.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"101-115"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10040102","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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Effect of crutch and walking-boot use on whole-body angular momentum during gait. 使用拐杖和步行鞋对步态时全身角动量的影响

IF 1.8 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-03 Epub Date: 2023-07-27 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2023.2229879

Robert C Wiederien, Wesley J Gari, Jason M Wilken

{"title":"Effect of crutch and walking-boot use on whole-body angular momentum during gait.","authors":"Robert C Wiederien, Wesley J Gari, Jason M Wilken","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2229879","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2229879","url":null,"abstract":"Crutches are the most prescribed ambulatory assistive device and are used for mobility and maintaining weight-bearing restrictions after injury or surgery. However, standard axillary crutches (SACs) can lead to overuse and other injuries and restrict upper limb movement. Hands-free crutches (HFC) do not restrict upper limb movement but their effect on balance control, with or without commonly prescribed walking boots, is poorly understood. The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of crutch type (SACs vs. HFC) and boot use on whole-body angular momentum (RAM), a measure of balance control. Participant's balance confidence, pain, comfort, and device preference were assessed. Seventeen participants were evaluated while walking without a crutch (NONE), with SACs, and with an HFC, and walked with and without a walking boot in each crutch condition. The gait pattern used with SACs resulted in significantly greater limb angular velocity (p < .05), and an 84% increase in RAM (p < .001) as compared to the HFC. There were no differences between the SAC and HFC for balance confidence, pain, or comfort, however most (71.1%) participants preferred the HFCs. These results suggest that individuals can better control angular momentum with the HFCs and thus may be less susceptible to loss of balance.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"164-172"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10818012/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10260946","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The REHAB-LAB model for individualized assistive device co-creation and production. 个性化辅助设备共同创造和生产的 REHAB-LAB 模型。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-03 Epub Date: 2023-07-18 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2023.2229880

Marie-Eve Lamontagne, Alice Pellichero, Vincent Tostain, François Routhier, Véronique Flamand, Alexandre Campeau-Lecours, Francesco Gherardini, Mathieu Thébaud, Pauline Coignard, Willy Allègre

{"title":"The REHAB-LAB model for individualized assistive device co-creation and production.","authors":"Marie-Eve Lamontagne, Alice Pellichero, Vincent Tostain, François Routhier, Véronique Flamand, Alexandre Campeau-Lecours, Francesco Gherardini, Mathieu Thébaud, Pauline Coignard, Willy Allègre","doi":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2229880","DOIUrl":"10.1080/10400435.2023.2229880","url":null,"abstract":"Assistive devices are designed to enhance individuals with disabilities' functional abilities. The rise of 3D printing technology enabled the production of individualized assistive devices (IADs). A REHAB-LAB is intended for IAD provision involving technical referents and occupational therapists. This study aimed to develop the REHAB-LAB logic model; to explore its fidelity and desirability; and to explore the characteristics of arising initiatives of IAD production. The REHAB-LAB logic model development involved stakeholders throughout the research process. A pragmatic multimethod approach followed two phases 1) logic model development and 2) exploration of its fidelity and desirability. The REHAB-LAB logic model presented the resources (equipment, space, human) required to implement IAD provision in a rehabilitation center, and the expected deliverables (activities and outputs). The REHAB-LAB logic model highlights the interdisciplinarity of IAD provision including occupational therapists, doctors, engineers, managers, and technical referents and places the users at the center of the IAD production. Results confirmed the fidelity and desirability of the REHAB-LAB logic model. The REHAB-LAB logic model can be used as a reference for future healthcare organizations wishing to implement an IAD provision. This research highlighted the interest of IAD provision based on the REHAB-LAB model involving users and transdisciplinary practices.","PeriodicalId":51568,"journal":{"name":"Assistive Technology","volume":" ","pages":"154-163"},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2024-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10190040","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 value of multi-sensory aids in co-designing assistive home devices for older adults with cognitive impairment. 在为有认知障碍的老年人共同设计家用辅助设备时，探索多感官辅助设备的价值。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Assistive Technology Pub Date : 2024-03-03 Epub Date: 2023-06-26 DOI: 10.1080/10400435.2023.2219303

Leila Aflatoony, Jennifer R Dubose, Fangli Song, Herminia Machry, Maureen Burke

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