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Giulio E Lancioni¹, Nirbhay N Singh, Mark F O'Reilly

¹University of Bari, Italy. g.lancioni@psico.uniba.it

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Technology-based interventions effectively improved walking in individuals with multiple disabilities. These programs reduced toe walking and walking breaks, enhancing mobility and independence.

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Area of Science:

Rehabilitation Engineering
Assistive Technology
Biomedical Engineering

Background:

Toe walking and frequent walking breaks present significant mobility challenges for individuals with multiple disabilities.
Traditional interventions may not fully address the complex needs of this population.
Exploring novel technological solutions is crucial for improving gait and functional mobility.

Observation:

Two single-case studies utilized technology-based programs with microprocessor-controlled systems, optic sensors, and preferred stimuli feedback.
Study I involved a participant receiving vibrotactile and visual cues for heel-ground contact during walking.
Study II provided auditory stimuli upon successful navigation of marked pathways.

Findings:

The participant in Study I demonstrated significant increases in heel-strike frequency for both feet (left >85%, right >70%).
The participant in Study II exhibited a marked reduction in walking interruptions.
Both participants showed positive behavioral changes in walking patterns.

Implications:

Technology-assisted interventions show promise for modifying complex gait deviations in individuals with multiple disabilities.
These findings support the integration of personalized technology into rehabilitation programs.
Further research can explore scalability and long-term effects of such interventions.