Exploring the possibilities of using assistive technology for people with multiple sclerosis.
Background: Assistive Technology (AT) helps individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) to overcome limitations and enhance their social engagement by providing support in areas that would otherwise be difficult or unachievable. Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the level of AT usage amo...
| Publicado en: | Technology & Disability Vol. 37; no. 2; pp. 168 - 178 |
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Sage Publications Inc.
May2025
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