Journal article
Baby boomers' use and perception of recommended assistive technology
International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation, Vol.16(10), pp.546-556
2009
Abstract
Aims: The aim of this study was to enhance the understanding of the baby boom generation's use and perception of recommended assistive technology. Methods: A mixed quantitative and qualitative research design was employed, primarily based on a phenomenological framework. Literature was reviewed to provide an overview of the factors found to infl uence the use of assistive technology. Twelve patients (born 1946-1965 inclusive) from a regional Australian public hospital, who were recommended assistive technology upon discharge, were administered questionnaires. Semi-structured interviews were undertaken with four participants. Findings: Eight participants followed recommendations to hire/purchase assistive technology. All of the participants who obtained recommended assistive technology stated they 'used' it. Cost was identifi ed as infl uencing non-use. Conclusions: There was some variation from the literature in factors that infl uenced use, highlighting the importance of further examination of baby boomers and assistive technology use. The importance of choice and the diversity of opinion shown within this study group reinforces the need for a focus on patient-centred practice and acknowledgement of individual needs in the prescription of assistive technology.
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- Title
- Baby boomers' use and perception of recommended assistive technology
- Authors
- D Steel (Author)Marion Gray (Author) - James Cook University
- Publication details
- International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation, Vol.16(10), pp.546-556
- Publisher
- Mark Allen Publishing Ltd.
- Date published
- 2009
- DOI
- 10.12968/ijtr.2009.16.10.44564
- ISSN
- 1741-1645
- Organisation Unit
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99450405202621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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