Increasing Functional Task Performance in Adults with Low Vision

<p>This critically appraised topic explores the functional task performance of adults with low vision utilizing tactile vision substitution systems, specifically tongue display units (TDUs). TDUs are a novel assistive device that functions to provide artificial vision to those with low vision. TDUs pixelate images captured on a camera the person wears and the images are translated via electronic stimulation on the tongue to paint a picture. Two studies that measured functional task performance<strong> </strong>utilizing a TDU with adults with low vision were explored. Examples of functional tasks measured include word recognition, object recognition, and orientation and mobility tasks. The studies concluded that with skilled training, the TDU may significantly improve functional task performance in tasks previously impossible for the participants,.. Use…. Use of technology such as a TDU can improve functional task performance to enhance overall quality of life for adults with low vision of light perception or less. The results indicate the need for skilled training by professionals such as occupational therapists to best utilize a TDU.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

Level thesis:degree_level

Master's Thesis

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Occupational Therapy

Year dc:date.available

2017

Authors dc:creator

• Payne, Carrie
• Kufer, Lauren

Contributors dc:contributor

• Kitsum Li, OTD, OTR/L CSRS
• Ruth Ramsey, EdD, OTR/L

• Low vision
• blind
• assistive device
• skilled intervention
• functional task performance
• sensory substitution system
• Medicine and Health Sciences

Repository record dc:identifier

https://scholar.dominican.edu/masters-theses/238

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:scholar.dominican.edu:masters-theses-1251