GRID: a model for the development of assistive devices in developing countries

Sujatha, S.; Bapat, Ganesh M.; Dash, Swostik Sourav

doi:10.1080/17483107.2019.1673838

Cited by 9 publications

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“…Thus, a combination of governmental actions coupled with support from external agencies and technological advancements in the health-care field (sophisticated assistive devices that have proved enabling for PwD) (Sujatha et al, 2019) can be considered as triggers from the external environment towards mainstream inclusion of PwD.…”

Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Towards a confluence: disability inclusion and organizational change

Suresh

Dyaram

2020

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Purpose Despite increased attention towards workplace disability in global and local development agenda, mainstream inclusion of persons with disability continues to be a challenge for most organizations. This paper aims to explore how organizations can be facilitated for adapting to the need and responsibility for change, towards evolving into disability inclusive workplaces. Design/methodology/approach This paper uses an inter-domain approach by linking organization change and development models to Indian indigenous disability management literature. Findings This review indicates that in comparison with the other dimensions of diversity, disability brings unique challenges that need a differentiated management approach. Further, it finds a strong base for organizations to approach disability management as a strategic and transformative change initiative, aligning with some of the proven change and organization development (OD) interventions. Research limitations/implications This paper draws implications for disability management and highlights the need for a practice perspective towards disability management and OD. Originality/value This paper provides an integrated view of critical factors influencing workplace disability management and OD.

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Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Towards a confluence: disability inclusion and organizational change

Suresh

Dyaram

2020

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“…This position paper discusses the dangers of focussing on products outside the context and rolling out products without a plan. Furthermore, typical models of R&D may not be effective for assistive products owing to the R&D costs involved in a market with limited purchasing power [11]. The model implemented for the SWC has evolved from the functioning of R2D2 at IIT Madras, Chennai, India.…”

Section: Assistive Device Lifecyclementioning

confidence: 99%

“…The model implemented for the SWC has evolved from the functioning of R2D2 at IIT Madras, Chennai, India. The model, termed GRID, is based on the four pillars of Grants, Research, Industry, and Dissemination [11].…”

Section: Assistive Device Lifecyclementioning

confidence: 99%

“…R2D2's journey did not end with the commercialisation of the SWC. As part of the GRID model's fourth pillar-Dissemination [11], an Arise SWC awareness video and the forms required by medical professionals to determine the suitability, prescribe and check out the fit for Arise SWC have been prepared (see Supplementary Information).…”

Section: Swc Versionmentioning

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“…Preliminary studies suggested that the concept could significantly improve people's QoL both therapeutically and functionally. The GRID (Grants, Research, Industry, and Dissemination) model was applied to translate the concept into the market through five design iterations [11]. This paper presents the 5-year journey of the affordable manual user-operated SWC from prototype to product, which involved design iterations, exhaustive testing, trials and user and clinician feedback.…”

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Design journey of an affordable manual standing wheelchair

Mohammed

Dash

Sarda

et al. 2021

Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology

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Purpose: Only 1 in 10 people with disabilities can access assistive devices, underlining the critical need for low-cost assistive products. This paper describes the design evolution of a manual user-operated standing wheelchair (SWC), translating from prototype to product. Methods: The SWC design has been refined over 5 years through multiple iterations based on comments from user trials. The SWC product, Arise, provides standing functionality, facile outdoor mobility, affordability, customisability, and is aesthetically pleasing. A one-time fitting and training ensure optimal effort for operation, correct posture, and comfortable user experience. The SWC accommodates users of different sizes and body weights (up to 110 kg) and minimises user effort with the use of a gas spring. Incorporating discrete adjustments enables customisation while retaining the advantages of mass manufacturing, which is necessary for ensuring affordability. Results: The SWC has been field-tested and well received by over 100 wheelchair users, and Arise was launched recently by the industry partner. Conclusions: It should be noted that RESNA cautions on the use of any standing device without medical consultation. Nevertheless, with appropriate dissemination and awareness, it is anticipated that the affordable SWC product, Arise, will immensely benefit the eligible users and make a difference in their quality of life. ä IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATION Provides standing functionality, outdoor mobility, affordability and customisability Accommodates users of different sizes and body weights in a mass-manufacturable design Ergonomic design reduces net user effort during sit-to-stand, stand-to-sit activity Design iterated and refined based on feedback from over 100 user trials ARTICLE HISTORY

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