Journal of Enabling Technologies: Volume 17 Issue 1

Electromyography biofeedback system with visual and vibratory feedbacks designed for lower limb rehabilitation

Joao Vitor da Silva Moreira, Karina Rodrigues, Daniel José Lins Leal Pinheiro, Thaís Cardoso, João Luiz Vieira, Esper Cavalheiro, Jean Faber

One of the main causes of long-term prosthetic abandonment is the lack of ownership over the prosthesis, which was caused mainly by the absence of sensory information regarding…

Immersive robotic telepresence system to support a person with intellectual and motor disabilities perform a daily task: a case study

Lorenzo Desideri, Lisa Cesario, Chiara Sidoti, Massimiliano Malavasi

In this proof-of-concept study, the authors assessed the feasibility of using a humanoid robot controlled remotely via an immersive telepresence system to support a person with…

Teachers' perceived usefulness of assistive technology in Ontario classrooms

Bronwyn Lamond, Shimin Mo, Todd Cunningham

Despite the positive impact that assistive technology (AT) can have on the academic success of students with learning disabilities, it is often inconsistently implemented or…