Assistive Technologies for Rehabilitation: Challenges and Applications
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Robotics and Automation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2025 | Viewed by 244
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Interests: assistive technology; low-cost; outcome measures; health behavior, chronic disease and health promotion; innovation and creativity
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Dear Colleagues,
Assistive technologies (ATs) have an important role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Assistive devices are defined by the 2023 ISO standard as "any product (including devices, equipment, instruments, and software) specially designed or manufactured to enable or facilitate participation and enhance the functioning of persons with disabilities." These tools have garnered increasing attention in research during recent years due to their impact on patients’ quality of life and their potential applications regarding outcome measures.
Recent studies have highlighted the importance of robust outcome measures in assessing the efficacy of ATs. These tools encompass various domains, such as functionality, independence, social inclusion, and overall well-being. By employing standardized metrics and patient-reported outcomes, researchers are aiming to provide comprehensive evaluations of assistive technologies´ effectiveness in meeting users' needs and improving their daily lives.
Moreover, there is a pressing need for continued research to advance assistive technologies and their integration into daily living. Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and sensor-based systems hold immense promise in revolutionizing AT, making them more intuitive, personalized, and effective. By harnessing these innovations, researchers strive to develop cutting-edge solutions that not only address the specific challenges faced by individuals with disabilities but also foster preventive measures to reduce potential barriers and enhance the complete inclusion.
In summary, the ongoing research endeavors in outcomes measures and technological innovations underscore the pivotal role of assistive technologies in improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. By advancing our understanding and refining the efficacy of these tools, we can strive towards a more inclusive and accessible society.
Through this Special Issue, in order to spread the evidence emerging from this topic and to optimize the quality of interventions, we will welcome the submissions of papers focused on the applications of innovation techniques, outcome measures, and good practices in the field of ATs.
Dr. Thais Pousada
Dr. Gabriella Facchinetti
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- assistive technologies
- health behavior
- health promotion
- rehabilitation
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