[The assistive device in self-support for the elderly--role of assistive devices as independence from the physical and mental restrictions].
The development of assistive self-support devices was an important strategy for improving quality of life in the elderly. After introduction of care insurance, independence from the physical and metal restrictions was recommended. In order to improve quality of life and independence form restrictions, we have developed several assistive devices. A baby-doll mimicking a baby was made add applied to the therapeutic program. This doll therapy has been used in several facilities for healing elderly, especially dementia patients. To prevent falls, a power-assisted walker was developed to compensate and support elderly gait. A fall detector was used to estimate falling and to develop guidelines for the prevention of fall.
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D000058:Accidental Falls / Q000517:prevention & control; D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D000368:Aged; D006801:Humans; D012656:Self-Help Devices; D016138:Walking