Essentials of assistive technologies /
Cook, Albert M.,1943-
Polgar, Jan Miller.
St. Louis, Mo. : Elsevier/Mosby,
c2012.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introducton and overview -- Framework for assistive technologies -- Delivering assistive technology services to the consumer -- Seating systems as enablers of function -- Making the connection : user inputs for assistive technologies -- Control interfaces for assistive technologies -- Computer access : augmenting the keyboard and mouse -- Sensory aids for persons with visual impairments -- Sensory aids for persons with auditory impairments -- Assistive technologies to aid cognitive function -- Augmentative and alternative communication -- Technologies that enable mobility -- Technologies for transportation and driving -- Technologies that aid manipulation and control of the environment.
Rehabilitation technology.
Self-help devices for people with disabilities.