Adapted video-game controller use following upper-extremity injury and amputation: from fun to functional!

• Kaitlyn Jones ; Carol Coté ^[1]
  1. [1] University of Scranton

     University of Scranton

     City of Scranton, Estados Unidos

     
• Localización: American Journal of Occupational Therapy, ISSN 0272-9490, Vol. 73, Nº. Extra 4, 1, 2019
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Date Presented 04/04/19 Engagement in video-game play has become a popular meaningful occupation for clients today. For individuals who have sustained upper-extremity injury or amputation that limits function, game play through the use of custom-adapted game controllers can provide a multitude of psychological and functional benefits. This mixed-methods study explored the impact of adapted video-game controller use on the quality of life of 20 participants who sustained upper-extremity amputations or injuries.

    Primary Author and Speaker: Kaitlyn Jones Additional Authors and Speakers: Carol Coté