EVALUATION OF CHARACTERISTICS OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY DEVICES THAT MAY ENHANCE USAGE AND SATISFACTION WITH USE

Authors

  • Akosile C.O Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria.
  • Nwafor O.C Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria.
  • Ibikunle P.O Department of Medical Rehabilitation, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria.
  • Adegoke B.O.A Department of Physiotherapy, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
  • Akinwola M.O Department of Physiotherapy, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.

Abstract

Assistive Technology Device (ATD) refers to any item, piece of equipment or product system, whether acquired commercially or off the shelf, modified or customized that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. They are prescribed to reduce the symptoms associated with any skeletal pathology, provide support, provide better positioning, improve biomechanical function, and minimize deformity, stress and pain. Assistive Technology Device promotes greater independence by enabling people to perform tasks that they were formerly unable to accomplish.

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Published

24-06-2011

How to Cite

Akosile, C., Nwafor, O., Ibikunle, P., Adegoke, B., & Akinwola, M. (2011). EVALUATION OF CHARACTERISTICS OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY DEVICES THAT MAY ENHANCE USAGE AND SATISFACTION WITH USE. Journal of Biomedical Investigation, 9(1), 17–21. Retrieved from https://journals.unizik.edu.ng/jbi/article/view/2146

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Vol. 9 No. 1 (2011)

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