Microsoft has recently increased its focus on accessible gaming, and has even released an adaptive controller that was designed by OTs!!! In fact, there’s even an OT employed on the Microsoft team these days, working on accessibility features and considerations for individuals with disabilities. OTs can use this console to help clients work on skills that are applicable to everyday life. For example, the game 1-2 Switch consists of 28 minigames, including a shaving game, a sandwich-eating game, and a telephone game.
Some of the games might be appropriate for use in an OT setting. The device can be docked and used as a stationary system-or it can be used as a handheld game for an individual.
MOTIONPRO REHAB PORTABLE
The Nintendo Switch is a portable game system that allows you to interact with others by using removable sides as controllers.
MOTIONPRO REHAB DRIVERS
MindMaze isn’t just playing in the rehab game, though the company just reported a partnership with MacLaren Racing! In the event of incidents and/or accidents, brain-sensing technology will track and transmit key neural signatures from race car drivers to track-side medical teams! MindMaze’s Mind Motion Pro, an in-clinic device, is a camera-based tool (9 axis) with more sophisticated technology. Mind Maze’s MindMotion Go is a camera-enabled, Kinect-based system that encourages repetition through 26 training games that are full-body as well as individual-limb driven.
Both devices were developed to help improve hand and arm function following stroke by using gaming-based rehab.
MOTIONPRO REHAB PRO
The MindMotion Pro is designed to be used in a clinical setting, and the MindMotion Go is designed for use in the home environment. Both MindMotion Go and MindMotion Pro are scheduled to launch in the US market in December, 2019. MindMaze is putting the finishing touches on two gaming-based devices that can be used at home or in the clinic, depending on the model. Gaming MindMaze’s MindMotion Go and MindMotion Pro Zappos’ line is a great reminder that technology and assistive devices don’t need to be super high-tech to be useful. It’s exciting to see a well-known company taking a stand to make fashionable and accessible clothing for people who need it. The company’s offerings include accessible, zippable shoes and sensory-friendly clothing. Zappos has created a new adaptive clothing and shoe line for individuals with disabilities. In addition, as a client uses these trackers for longer periods of time-and as big data gets more condition-specific––we may be able to use these wearables to identify potential relapses before they lead to readmissions. While there are numerous potential benefits, one of the largest applications I can see is in the home health population these tags can yield valuable information for those battling chronic health conditions such as cardiac issues and COPD.Īnother benefit of wearable technology is the ability to view objective biometric data, enabling OTs to determine whether strategies like energy conservation and work simplification are making a measurable difference for a client. This device pairs with the Spire app for real-time tracking and data analysis, enabling you to identify trends. With a 1.5-year battery life, the tag tracks breathing patterns, stress, sleep, heart rate (including variability), and activity level. Spire’s Health Tags can be attached to a user’s bra, underwear, or running shorts.
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