Enabling Self-Directed Computer Use for Individuals With Cerebral Palsy: A Systematic Review of Assistive Devices and Technologies
Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology
Davies, T. C., Mudge, S., et al. (2010).
Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology, 52(6), 510-516.
This systematic review investigates the use of technology to enable self-directed computer access for individuals with cerebral palsy. The authors discuss pointing devices, keyboard modifications, screen interface options, speech- and gesture-recognition software, and algorithms and filtering mechanisms.
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1990-August 2009
Published studies (not further specified)
30
"A range of accessibility solutions are available for individuals with [cerebral palsy] CP to access a computer, but few have undergone rigorous experimental testing, and there is little evidence to suggest that one or more of these devices could enable access for a specific individual. Pointing devices and keyboard modifications may enable access for some, but the results of these studies cannot be applied to all individuals with CP" (p. 514).
