OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Assistive Technology is 4. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-01-01 to 2026-01-01.)

Article	Citations
The association of the localized pain sensitivity in the residual limb and prosthesis use in male veterans with transtibial amputation	43
User opinions about connected pressure detection systems to prevent wheelchair-related pressure injuries: An exploratory cross-sectional survey	31
Designing and developing an accessible web-based assistive technology for students with visual impairment	27
Better together: Promoting interdisciplinary research in assistive technology	22
Using the center of gravity to help blind people measure water levels in bottles	20
Wheelchair dependence in patients with dementia: Focus on kinematic gait analysis using simple wearable accelerometers and gyroscopes	19
My assistive technology outcomes framework: Rights-based outcome tools for consumers to ‘measure what matters’	19
Non-invasive muscle-machine interface open source project: wearable hand myoelectrical orthosis (MES-FES)	15
Refinement of Health App Review Tool (HART) through stakeholder interviews: HART 2.0	15
Assistive technology use in the workplace by people with blindness and low vision: Perceived skill level, satisfaction, and challenges	15
Methodological and reporting quality of qualitative evidence in the field of lower limb orthoses: a systematic review	14
2023 RESNA conference: move to the BeAT of innovation	14
Innovation in preventing the heel pressure injury: Design and manufacture of a heel support orthosis	13
The effect of spinal orthoses on pain, kyphosis angle, balance, fall risk, and quality of life in older adults with hyperkyphosis: A systematic review	13
Evaluating Camera Mouse as a computer access system for augmentative and alternative communication in cerebral palsy: A case study	12
Factors impacting community living outcomes among former long-term nursing home residents using the interdependence-Human Activity Assistive Technology (i-HAAT) model	12
Reduction of multiple-caregiver assistance through the long-term use of a transfer support robot in a nursing facility	12
Appropriate assistive technology for all: Celebrating progress and acknowledging the gaps	12
The Arabic psychosocial impact of assistive devices scale: Development, translation, and evaluation	11
Directional vibro-tactile hazard warnings for drivers with vision impairments	10
Evaluating the efficacy of UNav: A computer vision-based navigation aid for persons with blindness or low vision	10
Smart ankle bracelet-laser device to improve gait and detect freezing of gait in Parkinsonism patients: a case series	10
Power wheelchair users with ALS: Impact of an alerting system on complications with prolonged sitting and power feature utilization	10
Ultralight wheelchair part failures are associated with sensor-monitored road shocks: A pilot study	10
Wearables for persons with blindness and low vision: form factor matters	10

Correction for “Evaluating the efficacy of UNav: A computer vision-based navigation aid for persons with blindness or low vision”	10
Healthcare professionals’ perspectives on development of assistive technology using the comprehensive assistive technology model	10
Historical technology transfer activities and productivity of NIDLRR grantees	9
Intelligent assistive technology devices for persons with dementia: A scoping review	9
International Society of Wheelchair Professionals’ Basic Manual Wheelchair Service Provision Knowledge Test Version 2: Assessment of preliminary psychometric evidence	8
AT connect, unlocking learning and connections: A new platform recently launched to unite and strengthen the AT ecosystem	8
Language matters! The long-standing debate between identity-first language and person first language	8
WHO wheelchair provision guidelines set an aspirational standard for assistive technology service delivery	8
Effects of 3D-printed ankle-foot orthoses on gait: a systematic review	8
Promoting healthy aging using new digital solutions in Italy: A scoping review	7
Effect of crutch and walking-boot use on whole-body angular momentum during gait	7
Innovative solutions to support individuals with disabilities accessing public transportation: A case study	7
Changing the status quo: Evaluating service delivery models to enhance assistive technology provision	7
Empowered by design: Findings from a supportive technology research project with autistic young adults	7
Adapting and validating the Satisfaction with Assistive Technology Services (SATS) scale for the Korean context	7
Multicultural considerations in augmentative and alternative communication	6
Multi-activity 3D printed assistive technology in children: A case study	6
A retrospective chart review of the patient population accessing augmentative & alternative communication at an urban assistive technology center	6
RESNA position paper on the capacity-building role of assistive technology specialists in PreK-12 educational settings	6
Evaluating bottoming-out of bariatric sized wheelchair cushions	6
Toward a better understanding of barriers to wayfinding technology use for people with disabilities	6
Fall detection from a manual wheelchair: preliminary findings based on accelerometers using machine learning techniques	6
Reliability and validity testing of the ASSIST functional performance index	6
A closer look at the role of caregivers in Co-designing everyday technology for autistic young adults: A scoping review	6
Suitability of quality of life outcome measures for children with severe cerebral palsy receiving postural care interventions: A scoping review	5
Collaborative consensus on assistive technology impacts and outcomes: The GAATO Grand Challenges	5
Developing accessible speech technology with users with dysarthric speech	5
Pediatric powered mobility training: powered wheelchair versus simulator-based practice	4
Assessing the usefulness of an mHealth strategy to support implementation of multi-faceted adaptive feeding interventions by community-based rehabilitation workers	4
Evaluation of a smart home platform for adults with Down syndrome	4
Assistive technology for students with intellectual disability: examining special education teachers ‘ perceptions in Saudi Arabia	4
Safety analysis of adapted battery-powered ride-on toy car for children with disabilities using a modified test dummy with varying joint stiffness	4
The experiences and perceptions of health-care professionals regarding assistive technology training: A systematic review	4