Preliminary evaluation of an automated robotic transfer assist device in the home setting.

The AgileLife Patient Transfer System is a promising new form of transfer technology that may improve the mobility and mobility-related health of individuals with disabilities and their caregivers in home settings.Implications for rehabilitationRobotic transfer assistance reduced physical demand and work among end users and caregivers.The robotic device had a positive impact on some quality of life outcomes after 6 weeks of use.Users were highly likely to recommend the robotic transfer device to others.