Listar1. Investigación por tema "Assistive technology"
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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 ... -
Aplicando el Modelo “Matching Person and Technology “ como instrumento de medida de resultados
(Universidad de Salamanca, 2015)[Resumen] Introducción: Matching Person and Technology (MPT) es un modelo diseñado para ser utilizado en el proceso de “emparejamiento” persona y tecnología, enfatizando durante la intervención, la consideración de las ... -
Assessing mouse alternatives to access to computer: a case study of a user with cerebral palsy
(Taylor & Francis para RESNA, 2014)[Abstract] The purpose of this study is to describe the process of assessment of three assistive devices to meet the needs of a woman with cerebral palsy (CP) in order to provide her with computer access and use. The user ... -
Assistive technology based on client-centered for occupational performance in neuromuscular conditions
(Wolters Kluwer, 2019)[Abstract] Knowledge of the patient’s own perception of functioning and dependence, and of environmental factors, is of significant value. The main goals of this study are (1) to obtain a general profile of the occupational ... -
Enabling appropriate personnel skill-mix for progressive realization of equitable access to assistive technology
(Taylor & Francis, 2018-05-17)[Abstract] Background and methods: This paper reviews the current capacity of personnel in enabling access to assistive technology (AT) as well as the systems and processes within which they work, and was reviewed, discussed, ... -
Estudio sobre nivel de independencia y necesidad de recursos de apoyo en una población con enfermedades neuromusculares
(Centro Español de Documentación sobre Discapacidad (CEDD), 2018-12-20)[Resumen] Objetivos: obtener un perfil sobre capacidad funcional y participación de personas con Enfermedades Neuromusculares (ENM), y determinar los recursos de apoyo necesarios para mejorar o mantener su grado de ... -
Exploring the psychosocial impact of wheelchair and contextual factors on quality of life of people with neuromuscular disorders
(Taylor & Francis, 2015-07-17)[Abstract] Neuromuscular disorders (NMDs) are a group of heterogeneous diseases that show differences in incidence, hereditary, etiology, prognosis, or functional impairments. Wheelchair use (manual or powered) is influenced ... -
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 ... -
Psychometric properties of the spanish version of psychosocial impact of assistive devices scale in a large sample of people with neuromuscular, neurological, or hearing disabilities
(Frontiers, 2021-06-10)[Abstract] Assistive technology (AT) is any device, software, or equipment designed for and used by individuals with disabilities to engage in everyday activities and achieve independence. However, the usefulness of those ... -
Stakeholder perspectives to support graphical user interface design for children with autism spectrum disorder: a qualitative study
(MDPI, 2021-04-27)[Abstract] The development of digital supports for people with autism has increased considerably in recent years. Technology designers and developers have interpreted the needs and learning styles of people with autism ... -
The use of computers and augmentative and alternative communication devices by children and young with cerebral palsy
(Taylor & Francis, 2011-09-09)[Abstract] The purpose of the study was to determine the use of computers and assistive devices amongst children with cerebral palsy (CP) and establish the satisfaction level of both users and educational staff. The study ...