The Role of Assistive Robotics in the Lives of Persons with Disability
Brose, Steven W. DO; Weber, Douglas J. PhD; Salatin, Ben A. BS; Grindle,
Garret G. MS; Wang, Hongwu MS; Vazquez, Juan J. MS; Cooper, Rory A. PhD 
American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Issue: Volume 89(6), June 2010, pp 509-521

Robotic assistive devices are used increasingly to improve the independence
and quality of life of persons with disabilities. Devices as varied as
robotic feeders, smart-powered wheelchairs, independent mobile robots, and
socially assistive robots are becoming more clinically relevant. There is a
growing importance for the rehabilitation professional to be aware of
available systems and ongoing research efforts. The aim of this article is to
describe the advances in assistive robotics that are relevant to
professionals serving persons with disabilities. This review breaks down
relevant advances into categories of Assistive Robotic Systems, User
Interfaces and Control Systems, Sensory and Feedback Systems, and User
Perspectives. An understanding of the direction that assistive robotics is
taking is important for the clinician and researcher alike; this review is
intended to address this need. 

PubMed:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20134305

American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation:
http://journals.lww.com/ajpmr/Abstract/2010/06000/The_Role_of_Assistive_Robotics_in_the_Lives_of.9.aspx

Submitted by Darren L. Gabbert