Assistive Technology is any device, item, piece of equipment or service that can be used to maintain or improve the functional abilities of children and adults with disabilities.
Assistive technology represents a wide range of products and services.
With assistance from technology, individuals with disabilities can learn more effectively, live more independently, and meet demanding career and life goals. The most important characteristic of assistive technology is that it provides increased capability for independence for persons with disabilities. The primary goals of assistive technology are the enhancement of capabilities and the removal of barriers to performance. Assistive Technology Devices are any item, piece of equipment or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified or customized, that is used to increase, maintain or improve the functional abilities of persons with disabilities. This bicycle has adapted handlebars and pedals to accommodate a child with special needs.