Introduction to Rehabilitation Engineering

<p>Answering the widespread demand for an introductory book on rehabilitation engineering (RE) Dr. Rory A. Cooper a distinguished RE authority and his esteemed colleagues present An Introduction to Rehabilitation Engineering. This resource introduces the fundamentals and applications of RE and assistive technologies (ATs).<br><br>After providing a brief introduction the book describes the models for AT service delivery the design tools and principles of universal design and various technology-transfer mechanisms models and principles. The text then explains the process for creating assistive device standards followed by a review of seating biomechanics and soft tissue biomechanics. Subsequent chapters examine design and service delivery principles of wheelchairs and scooters functional electrical stimulation and its applications wheelchair-accessible transportation legislation and the applications of robotics in medical rehabilitation. The book proceeds to discuss prosthetic and orthotic design and usage visual and hearing impairment Web-related AT and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technology. It concludes with an introduction to adaptive sports and recreation.<br><br>Incorporating the critical aspects of RE and AT An Introduction to Rehabilitation Engineering focuses on the principles modeling standards devices and technologies of RE and AT. It presents a concise yet complete overview of RE to provide a solid foundation in the subject as well as to stimulate further study.</p>