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A Framework for a New Approach to Empower Users Through Low-Cost and Do-It-Yourself Assistive Technology
(MDPI, 2021-03-16)
[Abstract]
Background: Assistive Technology (AT) refers to “assistive products and related systems and services developed for people to maintain or improve functioning and thereby to promote well-being”. Improving the ...
A Didactic Unit for the Evaluation of the Use of Assistive Technology for Access to Computers in Occupational Therapy
(Wolters Kluwer, 2021-11-19)
[Abstract] Assistive technology (AT) is an umbrella term that refers to different devices that facilitate the performance of activity for people. Future occupational therapists (OT) must acquire specific competencies to ...
Preconceito dos estudantes universitários em relação à deficiência: um estudo exploratório
(Instituto Superior Miguel Torga, 2023-05-19)
[Resumo] Contexto: A inclusão de pessoas com deficiência no ensino superior é um importante desafio social e académico. O preconceito em relação às pessoas com deficiência pode representar uma barreira significativa para ...
A study on physical exercise and general mobility in people with cerebral palsy: health through costless routines
(MDPI, 2021-08-31)
[Abstract] Sedentary behavior (SB) is a common problem that may produce health issues in people with cerebral palsy (CP). When added to a progressive reduction in motor functions over time, SB can lead to higher percentages ...
Analysis of older adults in spanish care facilities, risk of falling and daily activity using Xiaomi Mi Band 2
(MDPI, 2021-05-11)
[Abstract]
Background: Presently the use of technological devices such as wearable devices has emerged. Physical activity monitoring with wearable sensors is an easy and non-intrusive approach to encourage preventive care ...
Adaptive model for biofeedback data flows management in the design of interactive immersive environments
(MDPI, 2021-05-30)
[Abstract] The interactivity of an immersive environment comes up from the relationship that is established between the user and the system. This relationship results in a set of data exchanges between human and technological ...
How loan bank of assistive technology impacts on life of persons with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and neuromuscular diseases: a collaborative initiative
(MDPI, 2021-01-18)
[Abstract]
Background: The study is focused on the implementation of outcome measurement
tools to assess the impact of an assistive device from a loan bank in the lives of people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and ...
Mixed study on the impact of a technology-based retirement preparation program: Tech-Retired protocol study
(Sage Journals, 2021-03-23)
[Abstract]
Background:
Despite the increase in the older-adults’ population and recognizing retirement as one of the most changeable life stages, most Spanish people do not perform a retirement preparation program. The ...
An occupational therapy approach to sexuality in people with acquired brain injury in a subacute setting
(Springer, 2021-01-15)
[Abstract] To analyze if people with acquired brain injury in sub-acute situation, as well as their relatives and/or partners, consider relevant the approach to sexuality during their Occupational Therapy intervention. ...
Applicability of clinical decision support in management among patients undergoing cardiac surgery in intensive care unit: a systematic review
(MDPI, 2021-03-23)
[Abstract]
The advances achieved in recent decades regarding cardiac surgery have led to a new risk that goes beyond surgeons’ dexterity; postoperative hours are crucial for cardiac surgery patients and are usually spent ...