Assistive Technology by Summer Rabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl Information on Assistive Technology and Resources for Occupational Therapists en-us 2019-09-30 23:13:51 UTC 2025-11-23 03:09:36 UTC hello@padlet.com Assistive Technology Definition srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/391621041 Assistive technology is any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities (The American Occupational Therapy Association, 2019).

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Examples of Low Technology:
  • mouth-sticks
  • adapted utensils
  • sock aids
  • reacher
  • grab bars
  • shower seats
  • magnifiers 
  • level handles 
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Examples of High Technology: 
  • Power wheelchairs
  • robotic devices 
  • augmentative communication devices
  • keyboard alternatives 
  • screen magnifiers 

Cook, A.M. & Polgar, J.M. (2015). Assistive technologies: principles and practice (4th edition). St. Louis, MO: Mosby-Elsevier.
]]> 2019-09-30 23:21:38 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/391621227 HAAT Model for Assistive Technology srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392704980 The HAAT model helps ensure the client receives the device that is most appropriate for their unique needs and goals.

he HAAT model is a complete framework that helps a clinician understand the client, activity, and context for successful assistive technology selection and design. The HAAT model is made of four different components which include the human, the activity, assistive technology, and the context. Under the HAAT model, successful selection of assistive technology considers the human’s physical function, cognitive abilities, and emotional attitudinal factors. The client’s activity goal should be clearly defined, the activities frequency and duration, and the context  should be addressed before a device is selected.(Cook & Polgar, 2015).  By closely examining each of the four different components in the HAAT model, the client will receive the most appropriate device that will increase the client’s independence in their desired activities (Cook & Polgar, 2015).

Cook, A.M. & Polgar, J.M. (2015). Assistive technologies: principles and practice (4th edition). St. Louis, MO: Mosby-Elsevier.]]> 2019-10-02 19:45:30 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392704980 Importance of Selecting the Right Assistive Device for Each Client srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392711118 "With the right technology we can have world where people are not bound by their disabilities" (TEDx Talks, 2017)
"With the right technology we will have a world where I can't becomes I can" (TEDx Talks, 2017)]]> 2019-10-02 19:54:37 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392711118 Toyota Mobility srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392722890 The auto access seat rotates ninety degrees, extends from the vehicle, and then lowers to a convenient height making it easy for an individual to enter and exit the vehicle. ]]> 2019-10-02 20:19:00 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392722890 SoftWheel srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392723146 Softwheel is a wheel that can go on a standard wheelchair. The Softwheel suspension system absorbs shock and vibrations from the terrain, making wheelchair mobility more comfortable and reducing the risk of back and neck pain. ]]> 2019-10-02 20:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392723146 The Puffin srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392723299 The Puffin is a mouth-operated input device that connects to computers and mobile devices to give individuals with disabilities better opportunities to live more independent lives. While operating the device right-click is the hover and the left click is the bite. ]]> 2019-10-02 20:19:33 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392723299 Tek Robotic Mobilization Device (RMD) srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392723407 The Ted RMD gives individuals with a diagnosis or paraplegia or other mobility impairments, the ability to independently and safely sit, stand, and navigate their environment that were once unreachable. ]]> 2019-10-02 20:19:41 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392723407 ADAPTS Portable Transfer Sling srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392723675 This is a portable sling that is easy to use and aids in transferring individuals in and out of chairs at home or even from an airplane seat. ]]> 2019-10-02 20:19:58 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392723675 srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392762483 Cook, A.M. & Polgar, J.M. (2015). Assistive technologies: principles and practice (4th edition). St. Louis, MO: Mosby-Elsevier.

TEDx Talks. (2017, November 28). Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFkhFxJZvho.

The American Occupational Therapy Association . (2019). The role of occupational therapy in providing assistive technology devices and services. Retrieved from https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/RDP/assistive-technology.aspx.  ]]> 2019-10-02 22:25:18 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/392762483 Letter of Medical Necessity Guidelines srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/409960001 https://www.medicalhomeportal.org/issue/writing-letters-of-medical-necessity]]> 2019-11-12 14:20:08 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/409960001 Occupational Therapist and Ergonomics srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/410116249 https://www.aota.org/~/media/Corporate/Files/AboutOT/Professionals/WhatIsOT/WI/Facts/ergonomics.pdf]]> 2019-11-12 17:39:54 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/410116249 Telehealth Resources srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/410116906 https://www.aota.org/Practice/Manage/telehealth.aspx]]> 2019-11-12 17:40:55 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/410116906 Role of OT in providing Assistive Technology srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/412464377 https://www.aota.org/About-Occupational-Therapy/Professionals/RDP/assistive-technology.aspx]]> 2019-11-18 00:27:44 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/412464377 What can AT provide to the client? srabida https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/415462849 2019-11-22 19:04:31 UTC https://padlet.com/srabida/ne08cc6m4jsl/wish/415462849