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Exploring the use of powered mobility devices and occupational participation for people with obesity.

Emma KemmisSamantha AshbyLesley MacDonald-Wicks
Published in: Australian occupational therapy journal (2023)
For those with obesity, a powered mobility device provided autonomous mobility allowing them to engage in an increased range of activities. This was hampered by physical environmental barriers and difficulties transporting the powered mobility device. Further research is required to verify the results of this study with a wider population and to explore the benefits and barriers to use of a powered mobility device in the home and community.
Keyphrases
  • metabolic syndrome
  • insulin resistance
  • type diabetes
  • healthcare
  • weight loss
  • mental health
  • physical activity
  • high fat diet induced
  • adipose tissue
  • skeletal muscle