Towards an Augmented Reality Cognitive Orthosis to Assist people with Alzheimer's disease

Spalla, Guillaume; Vallerand, Robert J.; Yaddaden, Amel; Bier, Nathalie

doi:10.1145/3411170.3411234

Cited by 4 publications

(4 citation statements)

References 23 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…As various methods can be used to conduct the exploration phase [ 24 ], we selected a descriptive inductive qualitative research design to document the main difficulties of older adults with NDs and how assistance can be provided with pure mixed reality [ 25 ]. We collected the data through focus groups with OTs and experienced stakeholders to document their perspectives on an example of a mixed reality headset [ 20 ]. It has been documented that focus groups are relevant and appropriate for obtaining a detailed portrait of a phenomenon for which little literature exists [ 26 ].…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

See 1 more Smart Citation

A Mixed Reality Cognitive Orthosis to Support Older Adults in Achieving Their Daily Living Activities: Focus Group Study With Clinical Experts

Yaddaden¹,

Spalla²,

Gouin-vallerand³

et al. 2022

JMIR Rehabil Assist Technol

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background Mixed reality is an emerging technology that allows us to blend virtual objects into the actual user’s environment. This can be realized using head-mounted displays. Many recent studies have suggested the possibility of using this technology to support cognition in people with neurodegenerative disorders (NDs). However, most studies have explored improvements in cognition rather than in independence and safety during the accomplishment of daily living activities. Therefore, it is crucial to document the possibility of using mixed reality to support the independence of older adults in their daily lives. Objective This study is part of a larger user-centered study of a cognitive orthosis using pure mixed reality to support the independence of people living with NDs. This study aimed to explore (the difficulties encountered by older adults with NDs in their daily life to ensure that pure mixed reality meets their needs, (the most effective interventions with this population to determine what types of assistance should be provided by pure mixed reality technology, how the pure mixed reality technology should provide assistance to promote aging in place, and the main facilitators of and barriers to the use of this technology. Methods We conducted a descriptive, qualitative study. A total of 5 focus groups were completed with occupational therapists who had expertise in the disease and its functional impacts (N=29) to gather information. Each focus group met once for a 1-hour period. All sessions were held over a 3-month period. A semistructured interview guide was used. All group interviews were audiotaped with the consent of each participant to facilitate the data analysis. We conducted inductive qualitative analysis in four stages using a thematic analysis approach: full transcription of the audio recordings, first-order coding of the transcribed data, second-order coding from the first-order code list, and data reduction and matrix development. Results The results suggested that the main difficulties encountered by this population were in remembering to complete tasks, initiating the tasks, and planning the tasks. Several interventions are used to improve the independence of this population, such as prevention, simplification or facilitation, adaptation, and compensation. The use of pure mixed reality in older adults with NDs to promote independence and safety at home is promising and may respond to several clinical functions identified by the participants. Finally, pure mixed reality has good potential for use in this population and involves certain facilitators and obstacles, such as resources, technical aspects, and social considerations. Conclusions The cognitive orthosis that will be developed in light of this study will act as a proof of concept for the possibility of supporting people with NDs using pure mixed reality.

show abstract

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…It is also expected that this technology will become more available in the years to come when prices will drop [ 13 ], and new designs will make HMD more usable and more versatile. To date, there has been positive reception from participants in studies conducted with HMD (based on AR and pure mixed reality) [ 13 , 19 , 20 ].…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Mixed Reality Cognitive Orthosis to Support Older Adults in Achieving Their Daily Living Activities: Focus Group Study With Clinical Experts

Yaddaden¹,

Spalla²,

Gouin-vallerand³

et al. 2022

JMIR Rehabil Assist Technol

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…Telemedicine has become increasingly relevant in AD care due to its ability to overcome geographic barriers and improve access to specialist care. Of the 46 articles included in this survey, there are notable contributions from the following sources: [8], [30], and [31] that focus specifically on the use and advances in telemedicine technology in the management of AD. Table 4 summarizes key aspects of these articles.…”

Section: ) Telemedicinementioning

confidence: 99%

“…Spalla et al, in [30], design and evaluate a live remote assistance system for Alzheimer's patients living alone at home. The system utilizes augmented reality (AR) headmounted displays (HMDs) to create a shared visual representation, facilitating communication between caregivers and patients.…”

Section: ) Telemedicinementioning

confidence: 99%

ICT-Based Solutions for Alzheimer’s Disease Care: A Systematic Review

Ali,

Turetta,

Demrozi

et al. 2024

IEEE Access

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the significant challenges posed by Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and the need for innovative solutions to improve the quality of life for affected individuals. As AD prevalence continues to rise, technological advancements offer promising opportunities to address the multifaceted needs of patients and caregivers. This survey paper thoroughly investigates technological innovations in AD care, offering valuable insights into cutting-edge approaches that have the potential to positively impact the lives of affected individuals. By providing a holistic view of available assistive solutions, we review 2459 papers and select 46 relevant studies published between 2015 and 2023, specifically focusing on healthcare technologies and solutions, and utilized sensing methods. The former will include Telemedicine, E-Health, Smart Environment, Internet of Things (IoT), Ambient Assisted Living (AAL), Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), and Personalized Assistive Solutions (PAS), while the latter encompasses Wearable/Environmental, Radio/Audio, Video/Image, and Digital Platforms. Our comparative assessment of recent survey papers reveals the unique contribution of this study, as it comprehensively examines the intersection of multiple parameters. By summarizing insights from these studies, we identify gaps and recommend future directions for advancements in AD care.INDEX TERMS Ambient Assisted Living (AAL), Alzheimer's disease (AD), Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), Internet of Things (IoT), Systematic Literature review, Personalized Assistive Solutions.

show abstract

Social Robots for Older Adults with Dementia: A Narrative Review on Challenges & Future Directions

et al. 2021

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Towards an Augmented Reality Cognitive Orthosis to Assist people with Alzheimer's disease

Cited by 4 publications

References 23 publications

A Mixed Reality Cognitive Orthosis to Support Older Adults in Achieving Their Daily Living Activities: Focus Group Study With Clinical Experts

A Mixed Reality Cognitive Orthosis to Support Older Adults in Achieving Their Daily Living Activities: Focus Group Study With Clinical Experts

ICT-Based Solutions for Alzheimer’s Disease Care: A Systematic Review

Social Robots for Older Adults with Dementia: A Narrative Review on Challenges & Future Directions

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About