Abstract
People with intellectual disability (ID) require special support in order to achieve independence in their daily life. Persons with ID are less exposed to assistive technology, although studies have shown that the availability of aids afford an opportunity to reach independence and cooperation. The aim of this study was to examine the nature of the relationship between involvement of the physiotherapy (PT) team and the degree to which assistive technology was used. A questionnaire was sent to all PTs employed at all 54 residential care centers for persons with ID of the Division for Mental Retardation at the Ministry of Social Affairs in Israel. A significantly positive correlation was found between the degree of involvement of the PT and the utilization of assistive technology. The study results may be summarized by stating that PTs demonstrated a great deal of involvement, particularly in relation to the extent of their work in the residential care centers. PT's awareness of the importance was indicated as the major reason to use assistive technology.
Highlights
The development of assistive technology is part of the effort made by society to cope with physical, cognitive, and sensory deficiencies causing disability, with the aim of improving and preserving quality of life[1]
The aim of this study was to examine the nature of the relationship between involvement of the PT team and the degree to which assistive technology was used in residential care centers for persons with intellectual disabilities (ID) in Israel
This fact apparently explains the significance of the technology as seen by the PT team and the direct support staff in the residential setting in Israel
Summary
The development of assistive technology is part of the effort made by society to cope with physical, cognitive, and sensory deficiencies causing disability, with the aim of improving and preserving quality of life[1]. It is generally acknowledged, though not empirically validated, that assistive. The PT, the direct support staff member, and the user must know about the advantages and the limitations of the use of aids For this purpose, it is important to evaluate the disability of the user and the support required of the technological aids. A person with ID requires much attention and a longer period of practice and acclimation in order to know how to use the new instrument
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