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Mobility methods selected for use in home and community environments.

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  • 1Institute on Community Integration, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis 55455.

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|September 1, 1989
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Individuals with physical disabilities use diverse mobility methods, with wheeled options enabling greater outdoor travel distances. Understanding these choices is key for enhancing participation in home and community settings.

Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Science
  • Assistive Technology
  • Disability Studies

Background:

  • Efficient mobility is crucial for participation in daily life.
  • Individuals using assistive devices may face environmental access limitations.
  • Research comparing mobility methods across different environments is limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate mobility method selection by adults with physical disabilities in various environments.
  • To compare outdoor travel distances based on mobility method used.
  • To understand how environmental context influences mobility choices.

Main Methods:

  • Survey of 68 adults with physical disabilities who use assistive devices for independent mobility.
  • Assessment of mobility methods used in home, community, and outdoor settings.

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  • Determination of outdoor travel distance before motor vehicle use.

    • Main Results:

    • Participants frequently used multiple mobility methods at home but a single method outdoors.
    • Individuals using wheeled mobility methods reported longer outdoor travel distances compared to walkers.
    • Mobility method choice varied significantly between indoor and outdoor environments.

    Conclusions:

    • Mobility method selection is context-dependent, with distinct strategies for home versus community/outdoor environments.
    • Wheeled mobility appears to facilitate greater outdoor ambulation range for individuals with physical disabilities.
    • Findings highlight the need for tailored environmental accessibility and mobility support strategies.