The REHAB-LAB model for individualized assistive device co-creation and production

This study aimed to develop the REHAB-LAB logic model; to explore its fidelity and desirability; and to explore the characteristics of arising initiatives of IAD production. The REHAB-LAB logic model development involved stakeholders throughout the research process. A pragmatic multimethod approach followed two phases 1) logic model development and 2) exploration of its fidelity and desirability. The REHAB-LAB logic model presented the resources (equipment, space, human) required to implement IAD provision in a rehabilitation center, and the expected deliverables (activities and outputs). The REHAB-LAB logic model highlights the interdisciplinarity of IAD provision including occupational therapists, doctors, engineers, managers, and technical referents and places the users at the center of the IAD production. Results confirmed the fidelity and desirability of the REHAB-LAB logic model. The REHAB-LAB logic model can be used as a reference for future healthcare organizations wishing to implement an IAD provision. This research highlighted the interest of IAD provision based on the REHAB-LAB model involving users and transdisciplinary practices.PMID:37463509 | DOI:10.1080/10400435.2023.2229880

Source: Assistive Technology - July 18, 2023 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Marie-Eve Lamontagne Alice Pellichero Vincent Tostain Fran çois Routhier V éronique Flamand Alexandre Campeau-Lecours Francesco Gherardini Mathieu Th ébaud Pauline Coignard Willy All ègre Source Type: research