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  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Rehabilitation Engineering

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  • Standard toilets pose challenges for elderly and disabled individuals with physical limitations.
  • Existing accessible toilet designs often fail to address the critical issue of fixed toilet seat height.
  • Limited user autonomy and need for personal assistance are common due to inadequate toilet design.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design an innovative ICT-based modular height-adjustable toilet system, named iToilet.
  • To enhance the autonomy, dignity, and safety of older adults living at home.
  • To adapt toilet functionality to individual needs and preferences through digital technology.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a modular toilet system with double foldable handrails, height and tilt adjustment.
  • Integration of an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) component for enhanced usability and safety.
  • Successful field testing of a prototype system in a day care center and a rehabilitation clinic.

Main Results:

  • The iToilet prototype demonstrated successful functionality in real-world settings.
  • The ICT component effectively enhanced usability and provided safety features for independent use.
  • User feedback from field tests indicated positive potential for improving daily living.

Conclusions:

  • The iToilet system represents a significant advancement in assistive toilet technology for individuals with physical limitations.
  • The modular and height-adjustable design, coupled with ICT, effectively supports user autonomy and safety.
  • Further research is exploring the application of the iToilet concept in semi-public settings through the Toilet4me project.