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Samson Daniel Frederick1, Javeed Shaikh-Mohammed2, Gayatri Suresh1
1TTK Center for Rehabilitation Research and Device Development (R2D2), Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, India.
Abstract:
NeoFly™ is a customizable, compact, ergonomic manual wheelchair. This indigenously designed, personalized wheelchair was devised to enhance the user's health and lifestyle. This study aimed to evaluate the long-term impact of NeoFly™ on users' daily routines. All participants (N = 43, 20-males, 23-females), selected through convenience sampling, had spinal cord injuries and were remotely screened for inclusion-exclusion criteria by an occupational therapist. Eighteen customizations ensured an appropriate fit for users. During the 6-month study period, the participants used NeoFly™ in their daily routines. To assess the impact of NeoFly™ on users' health and lifestyle, participants' feedback was captured using a questionnaire related to productivity, community participation, leisure, accessibility, mobility, functionality, body functions, self-care, portability, and device feedback. Around 88% of users were satisfied with their sitting posture and could easily perform pressure relief maneuvers. Nearly 91% of users felt that maintaining a good sitting balance and bladder voiding were easy tasks and found environmental controls and doorways accessible. Around 86% of users felt ease in overhead reach. About 77% and 88% of users felt independent in performing ADLs and in terms of educational/vocational mobility, respectively. Overall, user responses indicate a positive impact of NeoFly™ on the users' health and lifestyle.
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