Controlling the World Through Your Wheelchair
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Mobile phones, tablets and computers are now normal in everyday life. With increasing access to the internet and new technology; It seems...
Education Level = Introductory, Credit = 0.1 CEU/ 1 CCU
AOTA Category: OT Service Delivery; CEU(s)/Contact Hour(s): 0.1 AOTA CEUs/1 Contact Hour
State PT Approval: This course has been approved by the Maryland State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for .1 CEUs
Instructional Method: Recorded on-line asynchronous lecture with supporting video demonstration
COURSE DESCRIPTION: Mobile phones, tablets and computers are now normal in everyday life. With increasing access to the internet and new technology; It seems that everyday a new app, software, or even connected device is launched to make our lives more productive, organized and automated within our environment. Access to this technology is now not only normal, but also expected by most. However, many people with disabilities are not always given the opportunity to access the same technologies as their peers. This course will explore commercially available products for increased access to the same or similar technology for individuals utilizing power wheelchairs. Through discussion and video exposure to a sampling of technologies, participations will have a new appreciation of what is possible and how to increase mobile technology utilization for their clients via joystick and/or specialty controls on a power wheelchair.
Learning Objectives: By the end of the presentation, participants will be able to
- List 3 of the most common types of wireless technology and how they are integrated into everyday life.
- Identify 2 techniques to access mobile phone technologies, including via specialty input devices on a power wheelchair
- Give Examples of 2 differences between iOS and Android operating system platforms as related to control of smart devices through wheelchair electronics
- Recognize at least 2 pros and cons for each major mobile phone platform (Apple iOS and Android phones and tablets) when using alternative access methods
*Full list of references available upon request.
Education Level: Beginner, Credit: .1 CEU/ 1 CCU
AOTA Classification Code(s): Category 2: Occupational Therapy Process; CEU(s)/Contact Hour(s): 0.1 AOTA CEUs/1 Contact Hour
Instructional Method: Recorded on-line asynchronous lecture with supporting video demonstration
Permobil Academy Permobil Academy is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. This live lecture is offered at .1 CEUs, Educational level: Intermediate; Category: OT Service Delivery; Course approval #3608. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products or clinical procedures.
Permobil Academy is a division of Permobil, 100 North Florida Ave., Belleville, IL 62221
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| Who Enrolls | This program is designed for Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, and Assistive Technology Professionals, and Medical Suppliers/Providers. |
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| Instructor Information | Eleni Halkiotis MOT, OTR/L, ATP/SMS is a graduate of the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and has been practicing occupational therapy since 2005. Her specialization in seating and mobility began in 2009 in New York City at Bellevue Hospital and continued at Independence Care System (ICS). Eleni was ICS’ primary therapist for the multiple sclerosis team, providing treatment in English and Spanish. Eleni has participated in clinical research in multiple practice settings on topics including the Functional Mobility Assessment (FMA). Eleni has been an ongoing lecturer at New York University for over 10 years and previously served as an adjunct professor at Thomas Jefferson University. Eleni has presented at the International Seating Symposium in 2013, 2017, and 2020, at the European Seating Symposium in 2013, at the World Federation of Occupational Therapy Congress in 2018, and at the American Occupational Therapy Association Child and Youth Specialty Conference in 2020. She holds OT practice licenses in the United States of America and the United Kingdom. Eleni was elected to Chair of the RESNA International Special Interest Group (SIG) for a two-year term beginning August 2020, and also serves as a member of the RESNA Membership, Marketing and Communications (MMC) Committee. Eleni joined the Permobil Academy in 2019 and is the Regional Clinical Education Manager for the New York City Metro Area, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and West Virginia. Additionally, Eleni supports Permobil services in Latin America. |