New and emerging access technologies for adults with complex communication needs and severe motor impairments: State of the science

Individuals with complex communication needs often use alternative access technologies to control their augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, their computers, and mobile technologies. While a range of access devices is available, many challenges continue to exist, particularly fo...

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Published in:Augmentative and alternative communication 2019-03, Vol.35 (1), p.13-25
Main Authors: Koch Fager, Susan, Fried-Oken, Melanie, Jakobs, Tom, Beukelman, David R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
access
Adaptive technology
Adult
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Augmentative and alternative communication
Brain-Computer Interfaces
Cerebral Palsy
Communication Aids for Disabled
Communication disorders
Communication Disorders - complications
Communication Disorders - rehabilitation
complex communication needs
Computer mediated communication
Dysarthria - rehabilitation
Eye Movement Measurements
Eye Movements
Humans
Inventions
locked-in
Locked-In Syndrome
Motor Disorders - complications
severe motor impairment
Severity of Illness Index
Speech Recognition Software
Stroke
Wearable Electronic Devices
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Summary:Individuals with complex communication needs often use alternative access technologies to control their augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, their computers, and mobile technologies. While a range of access devices is available, many challenges continue to exist, particularly for those with severe motor-control limitations. For some, access options may not be readily available or access itself may be inaccurate and frustrating. For others, access may be available but only under optimal conditions and support. There is an urgent need to develop new options for individuals with severe motor impairments and to leverage existing technology to improve efficiency, increase accuracy, and decrease fatigue of access. This paper describes person-centred research and development activities related to new and emerging access technologies, with a particular focus on adults with acquired neurological conditions.
ISSN:0743-4618
1477-3848
DOI:10.1080/07434618.2018.1556730