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Evaluation of Conventional and Smart Wheelchair Technologies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Journal of Disability Research
A significant number of people depend on the help of others to facilitate their mobility in wheelchairs. Physical disabilities hinder the mobility of persons with disabilities, making them unable to move around using conventional (manually operated ...
Mohsen Bakouri, Sultan Alanazi, Abdullah Alqarni, Ahmad Alassaf, Ibrahim AlMohimeed, Mohamed Abdelkader Aboamer, Tareq Alqahtani   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

A Comparative Study of the Energy Cost and Maneuverability for Pushers of Two Pediatric Wheelchairs Designed for Use in Low Income Countries [PDF]

, 2012
A comparative study of the energy cost and maneuverability for pushers of two pediatric wheelchairs designed for use in low income countries. Stormie Goodwin (undergraduate), Ruth Inwards (undergraduate), Karen Rispin LeTourneau University-Wheels ...
Goodwin, Stormie R, Inwards, Ruth, Rispin, Karen   +2 more
core   +1 more source

Nerve Ultrasound Detects Peripheral Nerve Enlargement in Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis

Muscle &Nerve, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction/Aims Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder caused by variants in the CYP27A1 gene, resulting in cholestanol accumulation in various tissues, including peripheral nerves. Polyneuropathy is common but often under‐recognized in CTX.
Antonio Edvan Camelo‐Filho, Pedro Lucas G. S. B. Lima, Tito B. S. Soares, Rodrigo Fagundes da Rosa, Luis Edmundo T. A. Furtado, Ana Lucila Moreira, André L. S. Pessoa, Paulo R. Nóbrega, Pedro Braga‐Neto   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Urinary Symptoms and Sexual Dysfunction in National Level Wheelchair Rugby Male Athletes With Spinal Cord Injury

Neurourology and Urodynamics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Spinal cord injury (SCI) results in a disruption of autonomic function negatively affecting bladder and sexual function. Research suggests that sport participation can improve physiological function and quality of relationships.
Erica H. Gavel‐Pinos, Oluwaferanmi O. Okanlami, Michael Cottingham, Caitlin Seibel, Anne P. Cameron, Aruna V. Sarma   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Overall outcome, functioning, and disability in older adults 3 to 14 years after traumatic brain injury

PM&R, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Epidemiological studies show an increasing incidence of traumatic brain injury (TBI) among people aged 65 years and older. Advances in neurointensive care have improved survival after TBI. There is a need for knowledge about long‐term outcome after TBI among older survivors of TBI.
Charlotta von Seth, Anders Lewén, Marianne Lannsjö, Per Enblad, Jan Lexell   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Depressive symptoms in people with late effects of polio and the association with sociodemographic and disability‐related factors

PM&R, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Late effects of polio (LEoP) is a progressive condition leading to a lifelong disability that can affect mental health. There is limited knowledge of depressive symptoms and associated factors in people with LEoP. Objective To assess the occurrence of depressive symptoms in people with LEoP and explore the association with ...
Maria Nolvi, Christina Brogårdh, Lars Jacobsson, Jan Lexell   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Multimodal Treatment of Neck Pain in Multiple System Atrophy

Movement Disorders Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
Bianca Caliò, Svenja Schmidt, Alessandra Fanciulli   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Associations between activity limitations and participation restrictions in people with late effects of polio

PM&R, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Late effects of polio (LEoP) are defined as new symptoms, for example, muscle weakness, fatigue, and pain, occurring many years after an acute polio infection. These impairments can lead to difficulties performing everyday activities (ie, activity limitations) that can reduce a person's ability to take part in society (ie, perceived
Nilla Andersson, Katja Appelin, Jan E Lexell, Eva Månsson Lexell   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Ergonomic standards for pedestrian areas for disabled people: literature review and consultations [PDF]

, 1988
As part of the project for the Transport and Road Research Laboratory concerned with the development of design guidance for pedestrian areas and footways to satisfy the needs of disabled and elderly people, a thorough examination of the literature ...
Berrett, B., Leake, G.R., May, A.D., Whelan, J.   +3 more
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An Exploration of Vitamin D Deficiency and Clinical Status in Friedreich's Ataxia Patients in the UK

Movement Disorders Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
Zofia Fleszar, Gilbert Thomas‐Black, Hector Garcia‐Moreno, Arron Cook, Paola Giunti   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source