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Using Cell Phones and Tablets with Hand Arthritis
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Scientific Study Title:
Using Digital Devices with Hand Arthritis
Start Date:
  • September 2019
End Date:
  • June 2020
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Catherine Backman
Senior Scientist Emeritus, Rehabilitation, PhD, FCAOT

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Why do this research?

Reason For Research

People with arthritis in their hands may have difficulty using digital devices such as cell phones, iPads, and tablets. This research is intended to identify:

  1. Primary uses of digital devices among adults over 55 years,
  2. Specific barriers to use associated with hand arthritis, and
  3. Current solutions to overcoming these barriers.

Methodology

Execution of Research

Occupational therapy students will interview eligible participants: adults who have any type of arthritis affecting their hands. Discussion topics will include primary uses of cell phones or tablets, barriers to using them, and current strategies employed to make it easier to these devices. Following the interview and with the consent of the participants, interviewers will take photos or videos of participants using their device(s). By identifying and understanding the kinds of problems older adults have using cell phones and tablets, the intended outcome is to develop and share tips on making the use of digital devices easier.

Who is involved?

Involvement

Catherine Backman, PhD, Reg. OT (BC), FCAOT. Senior Research Scientist of Rehabilitation, Arthritis Research Canada. Professor, Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy – University of British Columbia. Affiliated Researcher, Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute
UBC MOT Students: Gemma Tedeschi, John Li, and Sebastian Zackowski.
Patient Collaborator: Pat Carney.

Call or e-mail us! You must be 55 years of age or older and have arthritis affecting your hands.
If you would like to take part in this study or seek more information, please contact:

Gemma Tedeschi
Phone Number: 719-648-8565
Email Address: gemma.tedeschi@alumni.ubc.ca

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