A user-centred design process to develop technology to improve sleep quality in residential care homes

Carey-Smith, Bruce; Evans, Nina; Orpwood, Roger

doi:10.3233/tad-130368

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“…Its combination with user-centred design approaches, however, is relatively new within the domain of healthcare. A small number of scientific publications applying these methodologies within the domain of healthcare and technology are being published (for instance, [ 29 , 30 ]). The current method had been shown successful in identifying aspects of healthcare facilities which are necessary for the quality of care and life of bed-ridden nursing home residents and for obtaining convergence in design solutions.…”

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Exploring Innovative Solutions for Quality of Life and Care of Bed-Ridden Nursing Home Residents through Codesign Sessions

Hoof

Wetzels

Dooremalen

et al. 2015

Journal of Aging Research

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Bed-ridden nursing home residents are in need of environments which are homelike and facilitate the provision of care. Design guidance for this group of older people is limited. This study concerned the exploration and generation of innovative environmental enrichment scenarios for bed-ridden residents. This exploration was conducted through a combination of participatory action research with user-centred design involving 56 professional stakeholders in interactive work sessions. This study identified numerous design solutions, both concepts and products that are available on the marketplace and that on a higher level relate to improvements in resident autonomy and the supply of technological items and architectural features. The methodology chosen can be used to explore the creative potential of stakeholders from the domain of healthcare in product innovation.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Exploring Innovative Solutions for Quality of Life and Care of Bed-Ridden Nursing Home Residents through Codesign Sessions

Hoof

Wetzels

Dooremalen

et al. 2015

Journal of Aging Research

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“…This study highlights the interplay between objective sleep data and user experience, suggesting that adherence and perceived benefits are crucial factors in determining technology effectiveness. This underscores the need for HCI approaches that prioritise user-centred design and long-term engagement when developing such technologies [58].…”

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Autoethnography of Living with a Sleep Robot

Biswas,

Dooley,

Coulthard

et al. 2024

MTI

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Soft robotics is used in real-world clinical situations, including surgery, rehabilitation, and diagnosis. However, several challenges remain to make soft robots more viable, especially for clinical interventions such as improving sleep quality, which impacts physiological and mental health. This paper presents an autoethnographic account of the experience of sleeping with a companion robot (Somnox), which mimics breathing to promote better sleep. The study is motivated by the key author’s experience with insomnia and a desire to better understand how Somnox is used in different social contexts. Data were collected through diary entries for 16 weeks (8 weeks without, 8 weeks with) and analysed thematically. The findings indicate improved sleep and observations about the relationship developed with the companion robot, including emotional connection and empathy for the technology. Furthermore, Somnox is a multidimensional family companion robot that can ease stomach discomfort and stress, reduce anxiety, and provide holistic care.

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“Sleeping Like a Log…”? Technology Supporting the Implementation of Person-Centered Care at Night

Eyers¹,

Orpwood

Carey-Smith

et al. 2016

Handbook of Smart Homes, Health Care and Well-Being

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A user-centred design process to develop technology to improve sleep quality in residential care homes

Cited by 6 publications

References 10 publications

Exploring Innovative Solutions for Quality of Life and Care of Bed-Ridden Nursing Home Residents through Codesign Sessions

Exploring Innovative Solutions for Quality of Life and Care of Bed-Ridden Nursing Home Residents through Codesign Sessions

Autoethnography of Living with a Sleep Robot

“Sleeping Like a Log…”? Technology Supporting the Implementation of Person-Centered Care at Night

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