Assistive technology and disability: clinical assessment and functional outcomes
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Disabled Persons, Self-Help Devices, Quality of LifeAbstract
Assistive technology, which is also a subdomain of health technology, is defined as the application of knowledge and abilities to assistive products, including systems and services. On the other hand, an assistive product, which includes devices, tools, or software, is any product especially designed and produced that is generally available. The objective of assistive products is to maintain or enhance functionality and independence, and eventually well-being. Assistive products are also used to avoid incapacitating disabilities and adverse health conditions.
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