The NARIC Multimedia Collection
"Hands-on" brakes for manual wheelchairs.
Abstract: This video demonstrates the designer and multiple individuals testing the new design of a "hands-on" brake for manual wheelchair users to help them slow down and stop, both easier and quicker while reducing burning and fatigue, and allowing users to keep their hands on the wheels at all times. This system replaces the stock wheel and camber block of the chair, without increasing the chair's overall width or weight, not impacting normal operation and propulsion of the wheel, providing consistent and repeatable operation, and without obtrusive cables or levers.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:44
AIMFREE.
Abstract: Video demonstrates how the AIMFREE (Accessibility Instruments Measuring Fitness and Recreation Environments) instrument can be used to create barrier free fitness environments for individuals with disabilities. The AIMFREE instrument was developed to measure the accessibility of fitness and recreation facilities as it pertains to persons with mobility impairments. Available in paper format or online, AIMFREE contains about 400 questions and 15 different sections.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:27
Art and music therapy in rehab and beyond.
Abstract: In this presentation, two therapists explain the many benefits that can be gained through the creative arts therapies. They provide examples of different equipment and supplies that can be used by individuals with mobility disabilities and discuss ways art can be used to support rehabilitation, and for personal growth, expression, and enjoyment. A guest artist, who is a mouth painter, talks about his evolution as a professional artist since sustaining a spinal cord injury more than 30 years ago. Run time 59 minutes 13 seconds.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:22Arthritis and employment part 1: Resources for employed people with arthritis and other rheumatic conditions.
NARIC Accession Number: O18663. What's this?
Author(s): Jacobs, Karen; Allaire, Saralynn.
Arthritis and employment part 2: When and how to tell people at work about your arthritis or other rheumatic condition.
NARIC Accession Number: O18665. What's this?
Author(s): Jacobs, Karen; Allaire, Saralynn.
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).
NARIC Accession Number: O18416. What's this?
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:26
Community mobility: Getting where you want to go
Abstract: Video provides information about different accessible transportation options available for people with disabilities in the greater Seattle metropolitan area, including buses, light rail, Access, Senior Shuttle (HYDE Shuttle), Metro’s Dial-A-Ride Transit (DART) and Bus Rapid Transit. Presenters discuss these services as well as additional programs that can help people learn how to use the transportation system, plan their trips, and feel comfortable traveling around the community independently.
Post date: 01/10/2013 - 09:28
Cooking from a Wheelchair
Abstract: This "how-to" video presents an individual with spinal cord injury (SCI) demonstrating how to cook from a wheelchair. The presenter provides advice, tips, and techniques for cooking safely. Run time 4 minutes 27 seconds.
Post date: 01/08/2013 - 08:42
Coping with MS: Lessons with resilience.
Abstract: This webcast presents coping strategies and resources to help people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) and their caregivers address life challenges associated with the illness. The speaker shares stories of people who are demonstrating resilience while dealing with multiple issues. He presents research on how MS professionals can help couples grow within the MS patient-caregiver relationship, and help them effectively cope and adapt in the face of significant life challenges and stressors.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:19
Developing neuroprosthetic treatments for spinal cord injury.
Abstract: This webcast describes a study in which brain activity is used to stimulate the muscles of a paralyzed wrist. Control signals recorded from the brain trigger functional electrical stimulation (FES), stimulate paralyzed muscles, and restore functional tasks or activities of daily living to people living with paralysis. In addition to direct muscle stimulation, intra-spinal micro-stimulation is another promising technique used to control FES.
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