IC32 – An Introduction to Hybrid Alternative Driving Systems

Program ID : IC32.2017
Webinar Length of Time: 1.25 Hour

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Steven J. Mitchell, OTR/L, ATP
Cleveland VA Medical Center SCI/D
Cleveland, Ohio
United States

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* No conflicts have been disclosed.

Description

Alternative driving systems are often prescribed for users with SCI, ALS, and MS. Unfortunately, these systems frequently fail to provide the types of outcomes we want with these populations. It's not the technology that's the problem, it's how we implement it.
Hybrid Alternative Driving Systems (HADS) combine characteristics of more than one system to assign key functions to other points of control. HADS can be effective when a user lacks sufficient head control, oral motor function, or cognition to use any one system. This presentation will demonstrate how HADS can be a very practical way to achieve successful outcomes with some of our most challenging cases.

Learning Objectives

Upon viewing this webinar, participants will be able to:

Identify three clinical reasons why many users with SCI, MS, or ALS have difficulty using alternative driving controls when they are provided in the manufacturer's standard configurations.
Describe three clinical scenarios where the ability to combine characteristics of multiple systems would significantly improve the United Statesbility of a switch activated driving control.
List one advantage and disadvantage of using mechanical switches, proximity sensors, or a 2-function pneumatic switch in the configuration of a hybrid system.

References

Cowan, R. E., Fregly, B. J., Boninger, M. L., Chan, L., Rodgers, M. M., & Reinkensmeyer, D. J. (2012). Recent trends in assistive technology for mobility. Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation, 9(1). 20.
Westlund, E., Sponseller, K., Pettersson, O., & Bared, A. (2015). Evaluating gaze-driven power wheelchair with navigation support for persons with disabilities. Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, 52(7), 815-826.
Johnson, A. N., Huo, X., Ghovanloo, M., & Shinohara, M. (2012). Dual-task motor performance with a tongue-operated assistive technology compared with hand operations. Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation, 9(1), 1.

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Updated | 06.19.2017