Quantifying wheelchair activity of children: a pilot study.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate mobility-related wheelchair activity of children in their community setting.

Design: Mobility-related wheelchair activity data from 18 community-dwelling children (9 manual and 9 electric powered) were collected using custom-designed data logging devices. The children were between 8 and 17 yrs of age and independently used a wheelchair as their primary means of mobility.

Integrated control and related technology of assistive devices.

Assistive devices are now available that allow persons with severe physical disabilities to complete tasks independently. When the user has severe physical limitations, it may be advantageous to have an integrated control system where a single control interface (e.g.