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What Is Assistive Technology And It Types

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    Introduction: 


    Birds called assistive devices, independent living accessories, and adaptive equipment, assistive technology (AT) can help your loved one lead a more autonomous life. These devices can make the caregiver’s job easier and more enjoyable.

    If your caregiver has dementia, you may be concerned that your loved one may fall, drift, or be lost. Certain types of AT devices may be helpful to you. If your passion one has physical or cognitive (thinking) difficulties, using AT may make everyday activities easier, such as dressing, bathing, grooming, eating, and going to the bathroom a little easier.

    Definition


    Assistive technology can stay as simple as a hearing aid or stick or as complex as a voice-activated computing system or a mechanical device for lifting and turning a person in bed. Therefore, Assistive technology devices are products that enhance a person’s ability to live and function autonomously. Some of these consider “low technology,” such as walking sticks, magnifying glasses, and pillboxes, while “high-tech” devices include software applications, sensors, smartphone systems.

    AT is a quickly growing area and is used by people with disabilities and older adults who want to remain in their communities autonomously as long as possible. More than 15 million Americans with disabilities use a certain type of AT. In 2003, AARP conducted a survey of people over the age of 50; However, a third indicated that they used AT in their daily activities. The three most common AT devices are:

    Walker, cane, and crutches
    Accessories for bathing or using the bathroom
    Wheelchairs or scooters