Essays about: "assistive devices"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 25 essays containing the words assistive devices.

  1. 11. Interventions from an occupational therapy perspective for musculoskeletal disorders among healthcare workers: A systematic review

    University essay from Jönköping University/HHJ, Avd. för rehabilitering

    Author : Sonia Moreno Touhtouh; [2020]
    Keywords : WMSD; musculoskeletal injury; occupational health; prevention; PEOP;

    Abstract : BACKGROUND: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSD) are the leading cause of work disability. Healthcare workers (HCW) have a particularly high risk of developing these disorders. READ MORE

  3. 12. Simulation of spring uses in an ankle exoskeleton during human gait

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Íris Dröfn Magnúsdóttir; [2020]
    Keywords : simulation; exoskeleton; ankle; moco;

    Abstract : Background:Approximately 15% of the world’s population are affected bysome kind of disability where over 150 conditions may affect the human gaitpattern. The ability to ambulate with ease is important for overall well-being.Various assistive devices have been developed to improve mobility of theirusers. READ MORE

  4. 13. Musculoskeletal Impairments at Piña Palmera, Mexico : Musculoskeletal Impairments at Piña Palmera, Mexico

    University essay from Jönköping University/HHJ, Avd. för rehabilitering

    Author : Alma Düring; Evelina Eklund; [2020]
    Keywords : developing country; assistive devices; rehabilitation; ICF-codes; agenda 2030; utvecklingsland; hjälpmedel; rehabilitering; ICF-koder; agenda 2030;

    Abstract : Aim: The aim of this thesis was to map specific musculoskeletal impairments experienced by adults with physical disabilities at the Piña Palmera rehabilitation center in Mexico and to categorize them according to the ICF. Method: This cross-sectional study was conducted through observations and a survey based on predefined questions. READ MORE

  5. 14. The effectiveness of Assistive Technology to support children with Specific Learning Disabilities: Teacher Perspectives

    University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/HLK, CHILD

    Author : Mary Pushpy Tony; [2019]
    Keywords : Specific learning disability SLD ; Teachers; Children; Perspectives; Assistive Technology; Effectiveness; Intervention; Software;

    Abstract : According to the UNICEF report, up to ten percent of children in the world have affected specific learning disabilities (SLD) and the majority of these children are educated in general education classrooms. An important resource for children with learning disabilities to flourish in the classroom is access to assistive technology. READ MORE

  6. 15. Motorized tensioner systemfor prosthetic hands

    University essay from KTH/Mekatronik

    Author : Jonas Tjomsland; Felix Hardell; [2018]
    Keywords : Mechatronics; Haptics; Prosthetics; 3D Printing; Mekatronik; Haptik; Proteser; 3D Printing;

    Abstract : Modern research in prosthetic devices and other assistive technologies are constantly pushing boundaries. While the technology is impressive, it is still inaccessible for the greater part of the people in need of it. Advanced devices are often extremely expensive and require regularly maintenance from professionals. READ MORE