Abstract: Three-dimensional (3-D) printing is becoming a useful approach to prototyping and manufacturing custom equipment in almost every market. It is also accessible to all levels of designers from professionals to hobbyists. It is specifically appropriate for adaptive sports and recreation as everyone's abilities are different and the assistance that they need or want from technology varies greatly. This session will discuss the various types of 3D printing, demonstrate how to design a device using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, how to make a device, and allow for hands-on demonstrations of devices made by the presenter.

Advanced Integrated Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) with Restorative Therapies RT300 and Xcite2: Optimizing Health Outcomes and Preventing Secondary Complications After Neurologic Injury

Abstract: As a physical therapist, I have found a passion in working people with long-term mobility disabilities. During my professional career, I (hopefully) have grown and evolved from ‘rookie’, to ‘expert’, to ‘partner’ and now to ‘ally’. For the last two decades, I have had the privilege of running a wheelchair service designed to meet the needs of persons with mobility disabilities in New York City. Very quickly, I learned I had to listen more and talk less. Through listening, I discovered what people really needed, which is not always what the system was providing. Our program, called On A Roll, is based on the goal of providing mobility equity. Mobility equity starts by treating our clients as consumers. Our clinic is set up as a show room you roll through before you get to a treatment mat. Testing driving and safe spaces to say, ‘I don’t like it’ became common practices. Our customers started to tell us what they really needed. We began a ‘back-up’ chair program; supporting the repair needs or both a primary and a back-up chair (of any type). If you don’t have room to store a back-up chair in your NYC apartment, we support a loaner chair program, as well. In 2019, the New York State decided we were a ‘boutique’ program. (A boutique for the poorest, disabled citizens in NYC). Despite being poor and having very little power, our consumers fought for the wheelchair service. We were allowed to contract with much larger managed care plan and we soon discovered what oppression feels like. This talk will use Bryan Stevenson’s four guiding principles to move toward justice, as a framework to work toward mobility equity. We will examine our clinical practices, public policies, research agendas and technology offerings to uncover systemic inequities toward persons with mobility disabilities. Hopefully, you too, will become not just a caring professional; but a motivated ally.

Abstract: Telerehab and Telewellness programs, delivered virtually via apps or videoconferencing, offer the convenience of participating from anywhere and can facilitate access to specialized content. These remote programs can be especially beneficial for people aging with disabilities who experience barriers to in-person programs (e.g., transportation). This session will highlight 4 innovative Telerehab and Telewellness solutions for older adults with long-term disabilities from RERC TechSAge, including: the Tele Tai Chi program - a Zoom-based, social, exercise program (Remillard); KeyStroke – an in-home music-based training app for individuals with stroke (Chen); DigiHand – a remote hand rehabilitation system that track movements and progress (Sanford); and a fall risk mHealth app for people with Multiple sclerosis MS (Hsieh). Speakers will engage participants in interactive discussion on the challenges and potential of virtual rehab and wellness for this population. Rationale: Unlike prior single-day build events using modified Power Wheels vehicles—which achieved functional outcomes but limited iteration and team reflection—this multi-week project allowed for deeper collaboration, creative problem-solving, and inclusive design practices. The use of 12-volt bumper cars offered a more compact, maneuverable platform better suited for indoor environments, expanding their potential applications. Goal: This revised program successfully fostered sustained collaboration between design and rehabilitation disciplines, resulting in repeatable, adaptive mobility solutions that support children's participation and community engagement. The model offers a valuable template for future educational partnerships and inclusive design initiatives.

Purpose: This interdisciplinary collaboration brought together students and faculty from industrial design, occupational therapy, and physical therapy to address the seating and mobility needs of children with mobility impairments. The goal was to enhance usability and access to modified ride-on bumper cars through thoughtful, user-centered adaptations. Rationale: Unlike prior single-day build events using modified Power Wheels vehicles—which achieved functional outcomes but limited iteration and team reflection—this multi-week project allowed for deeper collaboration, creative problem-solving, and inclusive design practices. The use of 12-volt bumper cars offered a more compact, maneuverable platform better suited for indoor environments, expanding their potential applications. Goal: This revised program successfully fostered sustained collaboration between design and rehabilitation disciplines, resulting in repeatable, adaptive mobility solutions that support children's participation and community engagement. The model offers a valuable template for future educational partnerships and inclusive design initiatives.

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is one of the most severe forms of inherited muscular dystrophies. As the disease progresses boys lose the ability to ambulate and are unable to perform activities of daily living. Throughout the lifespan not only does their body change but also the need for different types of assistive technology. The challenge is that many families and their medical providers are unaware of the assistive technology available and how to access it. This presentation will present the assistive technology that can be used, when to initiate use, and how to help patients gain access to the tools available to maintain quality of life throughout the lifespan. Presenters: Julie Wells, MS, OTR/L, ATP, C/NDT and Erin Baker, PT.

This webinar will focus on these barriers and potential solutions for this complicated population. Numerous cases will be presented for discussion.

Adaptive video gaming is a growing service within the field of assistive technology. There are now many options for individuals living with disabilities to play video games independently. However, for providers interested in offering adaptive gaming services, it is often difficult to know where to start with the adaptive gaming assessment.

Join RESNA's first Tech Tuesday with Brava Smart Oven!

This webinar will discuss future travel opportunities for wheelchair users in automated vehicles (AVs) and aircraft. Several research projects have investigated options for independently securing wheelchairs in AVS that involve a Universal Docking Interface Geometry (UDIG), as well as design of occupant protection systems for integrated wheelchair stations.