The NARIC Multimedia Collection
The KU diet project for people with physical disabilities.
Abstract: The directors of the Kansas University (KU) diet project discuss the results and improvements in secondary health outcomes from participants of a three-year weight loss program for people with physical disabilities. Participants follow either a program very similar to the My Pyramid or My Plate diet or a diet that involves meal replacements including frozen entrees and protein shakes while using the stop light chart which shows in color coding the caloric value of food.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:12
Transferring from wheelchair to bed and bed mobility
Abstract: This "how-to" video presents an individual with spinal cord injury (SCI) demonstrating a technique to transfer from a wheelchair to a bed while providing tips for moving safely and effectively. Run time 1 minute 58 seconds.
Post date: 01/08/2013 - 09:01
Transferring from Wheelchair to Car
Abstract: This "how-to" video presents an individual with spinal cord injury (SCI) explaining transfer techniques and modifications to the vehicle that allow her to safely and comfortably transfer from the wheelchair to the vehicle and how to get the wheelchair into and secured to the vehicle. Run time 2 minutes 2 seconds.
Post date: 01/10/2013 - 08:43
Travel after spinal cord injury: Finding your comfort zone.
Abstract: Video features three individuals with spinal cord injuries who talk about their experiences traveling after injury and share tips for making travel successful. Panelists address the topics of knowing what you need and how to ask for it, caregivers, handling the unexpected, your health, air and ground transportation, and hotels and accommodations. Resources cover travel tips, travel checklists, accessible travel websites, travel and tour companies, accessible vehicle rentals, and more.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:24
Traveling by train and going down the escalator
Abstract: This "how-to" video presents an individual with spinal cord injury (SCI) demonstrating useful skills on how to enter and exit the metro train, what to do while riding the train, body and wheelchair positioning during the escalator ride down, and provides advice on how to master them in the community. Run time 1 minute 42 seconds.
Post date: 01/10/2013 - 08:51
Ultralight wheelchair skills: From rehab to real world.
Abstract: In this video, a physical therapist provides practical tips and explanations for learning and perfecting wheelchair skills, including why and where to learn wheelies, wheelies for curbs and maneuvering in small spaces, on gravel roads, up and down hills, and more. Wheelchair users with spinal cord injuries are shown demonstrating several of these skills. Run time: 31 minutes.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 14:22
WearaBraille, a virtual wireless Braille keyboard, with an iPhone and VoiceOver.
Abstract: Video shows one of the developers using a prototype of WearaBraille which is a virtual Braille keyboard that provides a way of interacting with smart phones and portable devices for individuals who are blind. The prototype device functions much like a Braille keyboard, but instead of buttons for each finger to press, there are accelerometers on the back of each finger, near the knuckles. When a finger taps on a table top or other firm surface, the WearaBraille knows that the Braille dot associated with that finger is part of the current character.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:29
Wheelchair Safety Research
Abstract: This video uses crash dummies to demonstrate the safety of wheelchair passengers while using public transit busses during both normal driving and emergency driving conditions. Presenters describe the project which looks at all aspects of wheelchair passenger safety throughout the transportation experience including the stability of wheelchairs and wheelchair passengers, the use of wheelchair securements, and wheelchair passengers use of lap and shoulder belts. Run time: 2 minutes.
Post date: 01/10/2013 - 10:03
Women be healthy mammography
Abstract: This video is a public service announcement presenting five women with intellectual disabilities who talk about the Women Be Healthy course they participated in. They discuss the importance of breast cancer screening, clinical breast exams, knowing what is "normal" for each individual’s body and paying attention to changes, what a mammogram is, how often they should be performed, and coping techniques during the mammogram procedure. Run time: 3 minutes 6 seconds.
Post date: 01/10/2013 - 10:09
Women be healthy pap tests
Abstract: This video is a public service announcement presenting four women with intellectual disabilities who talk about the Women Be Healthy course they participated in. They discuss the importance of regular cervical cancer screening, what a pap test is, where the procedure can be done, how often an individual should be tested, preparing for the appointment, and coping mechanisms to use during the procedure. Run time: 2 minutes 25 seconds.
Post date: 01/10/2013 - 10:07