Fall detection systems; usability and acceptance within an older adult population
Abstract
Background: Fall detection systems are now familiar concepts. However, it is critical that fall detection systems have good usability characteristics for the target older adult population if they are to be effective and... [ view full abstract ]
Background:
Fall detection systems are now familiar concepts. However, it is critical that fall detection systems have good usability characteristics for the target older adult population if they are to be effective and achieve high levels of compliance. The aim of this review is to examine what work has been done in this area and to identify any potential gaps in this area.
Method:
This review was conducted with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement. A search string was identified and formed the basis of the literature search for the review. All papers included in the review were subject to analysis through the Critical Appraisal and Skills Programme (CASP). The articles were coded and themed manually.
Results:
In total 15 papers were identified. The papers were primarily qualitative in nature. Four main themes were identified in the analysis of papers found in the search. The main themes are as follows: ergonomic and functional requirements, users’ perceptions and experiences, service use and conditions of fall detection.
Conclusion:
The review identifies key issues in the usability and acceptance as identified by the older adult. The review highlights the need for further research in this area and emphasizes the importance of including the older adult in the user centered design process during the development and manufacture of fall detection systems.
Application to Practice:
The review highlights key areas to be considered when choosing a fall detection system for an older adult.
Authors
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Mary-Rose Mulry
(Discipline of Occupational Therapy, National University of Ireland, Galway, University Road, Galway,)
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Agnes Shiel
(Discipline of Occupational Therapy, National University of Ireland, Galway, University Road, Galway,)
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Pauline Meskell
(Discipline of Occupational Therapy, National University of Ireland, Galway, University Road, Galway,)
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Gearoid O'Laighin
(National University of Ireland, Galway)
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Leo Quinlan
(National University of Ireland, Galway)
Topic Areas
Education / Research / Professional Challenges , New and innovative intervention , ICT , Evidence based practice , Multiprofessional issues in practice, research and education
Session
PS2 » Poster Session 2 - Coffee Break - 15:10 - 16:10 (15:10 - Friday, 17th June, Concourse)
Paper
Fall_detection_systems__usability_and_acceptance_within_an_older_adult_population..docx
