Multiple stakeholder perceptions of assistive technology for individuals with cerebral palsy in New Zealand.
Background: This study sought to gain an understanding of the experiences and perspectives of assistive technology from different stakeholders in technology adoption, in the New Zealand context. Methods: A focus group was held with individuals with cerebral palsy (n = 5), service providers (n = 4),...
| Publicado en: | Disability & Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology Vol. 13; no. 7; pp. 648 - 658 |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Oct2018
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