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- Borgestig, Maria, 1968-, et al.
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Change in eye controlled performance over time with an eye tracker controlled system, used by children with severe physical disabilities
- 2013
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In: Assistive Technology Research Series. - Amsterdam : IOS Press. - 1383-813X .- 1879-8071. - 9781614993032 - 9781614993049 ; 33, s. 473-477
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The aim of this study was to describe how speed and accuracy in eye controlled computer performance changed over time for children with severe physical disabilities that used eye tracker controlled system (ETCS) in daily activities as an effect of assistive technology (AT) intervention. Data was collected with diaries and with Compass software. The preliminary results from this study from the first four children indicate that two children improved significantly in eye controlled performance up to 19 months since start of ETCS usage in daily activities.
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- Helle, Tina, et al.
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Development and Reliability Testing of the Nordic Housing Enabler - An Instrument for Accessibility Assessment of the Physical Housing
- 2009
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In: Assistive Technology From Adapted Equipment To Inclusive Environments. - 1383-813X .- 1879-8071. ; 25, s. 416-420
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- For decades, accessibility to the physical housing environment for people with functional limitations has been of interest politically, professionally and for the users Guidelines and norms on accessible housing design have gradually been developed, however the built environment shows serious deficits when it comes to accessibility This study addresses development of a content valid cross Nordic version of the Housing Enabler and investigation of inter-rater reliability when used in occupational therapy practice The instrument was translated from the original Swedish version and adapted according to accessibility norms and guidelines for housing design in Sweden, Denmark, Iceland and Finland This iterative process involved occupational therapists, architects, building engineers and professional translators, resulting in the Nordic Housing Enabler For reliability testing, the sample strategy and data collection procedures were the same in all countries In total, twenty voluntary occupational therapists collected data from 106 cases by means of the Nordic Housing Enabler Inter-rater reliability was calculated by means of percentage agreement and kappa statistics Overall good percentage agreement for all parts of the instrument was shown, indicating that the Nordic Housing Enabler is sufficiently reliable for application in practice and research in the Nordic context The kappa results varied and possible explanations are discussed which should be kept in mind when interpreting the results
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- Hemmingsson, Helena, et al.
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Assistive technology devices in educational settings: Student's perspective. In Assistive technology from adapted equipment to inclusive environments
- 2009
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In: Assistive technology research series. - 1383-813X. ; 25, s. 619-621
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This study investigates use and non-use of assistive technology devices in school from the students' perspective. Specifically, the characteristics of the devices students want to use were examined, as these devices are likely to support school participation. Data collection included a) field observations and interviews with 20 students with disabilities, aged 10-19 years, and their teachers (n=17) and, b) examination of the number and type of assistive technology devices provided. Findings demonstrated it is essential that devices be integrated into classroom activities and that students experience instant benefits for their function in school without negative effects on their social participation with peers if they are to use the devices provided. Social participation was often prioritized by students. Thus, it is important providers understand that students encompass both a functional and a psycho-social perspective to their devices. Furthermore, to facilitate childrens participation in decision-making about possible assistive technology devices they need both verbal information and practical experience of using the devices.
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- Kylberg, Marianne, et al.
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Environmental barriers and use of mobility devices.
- 2013
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In: Assistive Technology : From Research to Practice - From Research to Practice. - 1383-813X. - 9781614993032 ; 33, s. 190-194
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Book chapter (peer-reviewed)abstract
- To describe outdoor barriers in the nearby home environments of very old people, and to investigate whether the presence of these environmental barriers differed between users and non-users of mobility devices (MDs). Method: Baseline data on 397 Swedish people aged 80-89 years, collected with a study-specific question on MD use and a subset of the environmental component of the Housing Enabler instrument, assessing the outdoor environment nearby home, were used. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis.
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- Lidström, Helene, et al.
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The use of information and communication technology (ICT) outside of school for boys and girls with motor disabilities. In Assistive technology from adapted equipment to inclusive environments : In Assistive technology from adapted equipment to inclusive environments
- 2009
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In: Assistive technology research series. - 1383-813X. ; 25, s. 595-599
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The aim of the study was to investigate boys and girls with motor disabilities use and opinions of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in outside-of-school activities compared with non-disabled children. Participants were 254 children and youths, with motor disabilities, attending mainstream schools. The participants responded to a questionnaire about the use of ICT activities outside-of-school. For group comparisons with non-disabled children, data from the survey “Kids and Media” was used. A significantly higher proportion of children with motor disabilities was engaged in ICT activities, such as using the Internet, playing computer games and visiting communities. Our study reveals a positive result from a gender perspective, where the use of ICT activities is more equal among boys and girls with disabilities than among non-disabled boys and girls. This brings new interest in ICT and computer activities as an opportunity for all boys and girls, since previous studies show that digital skills affect academic skills, and ICT activities may also serve as a gateway to technology in general.
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- Pettersson, Cecilia, et al.
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Mobility Device Use and Exploration of Housing Accessibility for Powered Mobility Device Users among People Ageing with Spinal Cord Injury
- 2013
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In: Assistive Technology : From Research to Practice - From Research to Practice. - : IOS Press. - 1383-813X .- 1879-8071. - 9781614993049 - 9781614993032 ; 33, s. 226-231, s. 226-232
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Book chapter (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Aim: To describe the use of mobility devices among people ageing with spinal cord injury (SCI), with a specific focus on use of powered mobility devices (PMD) and housing accessibility. Method: Data on the use of walking aids (cane, crutch/es or rollator), manual wheelchair and powered wheelchair/scooter were utilized. To describe functional limitations, environmental barriers and the magnitude of accessibility problems in the home and the closest exterior surroundings for each individual, the Housing Enabler instrument was used. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis. Results: Mobility devices: Among participants with paraplegia, the manual wheelchair was the most frequently used mobility device indoors, and among participants with tetraplegia, it was the PMD. The PMD was the most common mobility device used outdoors among those with tetraplegia, and among participants with paraplegia. Housing accessibility: In exterior surroundings, refuse bin difficult to reach was the environmental barrier that generated the most accessibility problems, while at entrances doors that cannot be fastened in open position was identified as the most severe environmental barrier. Indoors, the environmental barrier that generated the most accessibility problems was wall-mounted cupboard and shelves placed high. Conclusion: To enable optimal use of the PMD in the home and close neighborhoods, and support everyday activity and participation for people ageing with SCI, it is vital to take into account not only personal and environmental aspects but also the mobility device in question. Though, it could be discussed if all the environmental barriers identified in this study, actually are problems for users of a PMD, since some of them might be possible to overcome. © 2013 The authors and IOS Press. All rights reserved.
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- Rassmus-Gröhn, Kirsten, et al.
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Enhancing Accessibility in Mobile Navigational Services
- 2009
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In: Assistive Technology From Adapted Equipment To Inclusive Environments. - 1879-8071 .- 1383-813X. ; 25, s. 859-859
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Abstract in UndeterminedThe success of the Wii and of the iPhone together with the persisting problem of displaying information on the small screens of mobile devices is currently pushing the development of non-visual interaction channels such as gestures, tactile/haptic interaction and sound. This development presents both potential and risk, since new channels of interaction may result either in improved or reduced accessibility.The HaptiMap project [1] is targeted on introducing accessibility as a key component in the development of mobile interfaces to reduce the risk of introducing new technologies that are unavailable to significant parts of the population. We have chosen to focus on geospatial information since this is an area which traditionally makes heavy use of the visual channel. We make use of “Inclusive Design/Design for All” [2] - an approach where we put as our goal to increase the number of persons who are able to use mainstream mobile map services by making the applications easier to use also for persons with visual impairments.We have identified three particular challenges for more accessible and useable geospatial applications:1. We need to maximize the haptic and auditory channel themselves. To design the non-visual channels as purely enhancements of the visual information will reduce the application areas – while non-visual feedback that can stand on its own will widen the range of possible usages.2. We need to find out what the users want and when they want it. The amount of information potentially available is huge, and systems need to be good at giving users relevant information at the right point in time.3. We need to communicate that accessibility is for “us” not for “them”. Depending on the situation everyone may experience problems associated with e.g. not being able to see things on the screen, or not being able to cognitively attend to complex information..
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- Rosenkvist, Jenny, 1980-, et al.
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How Usable is the City for Older Bicyclists?
- 2014
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In: Universal Design 2014. - Amsterdam : IOS Press. - 1879-8071 .- 1383-813X. - 9781614994022 - 9781614994039 ; , s. 431-432
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The aim of this paper was to examine how useable and inclusive the city is from the perspective of older bicyclists. Methods used were quantitative questionnaires and qualitative focus group interviews. Participants were people aged 65 years or older. The results showed that respondents were fairly satisfied with the transport infrastructure design. However, other road users seemed to complicate cycling, e.g. as communication and interaction between other road users was perceived as difficult and poor.
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