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here you go Krista!On Tue, Aug 16, 2016 at 12:16 PM, Krista Strait-Higgins <xxxxxx@alsaiowa.org> wrote:Hi Lisa,Could you also email me a copy of your assessment data sheet? Thanks!
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On Tue, Aug 16, 2016 at 11:10 AM, McCaffrey, Julia <xxxxxx@cshs.org> wrote:Hi Lisa,
I would also love a copy of your assessment data sheet.
Thanks in advance!!
Julia McCaffrey
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On Tue, Aug 16, 2016 at 9:26 AM, Wright, Amy <xxxxxx@carolinashealthcare.org > wrote:
Over the past year, we have recommended and successfully implemented the Eyegaze Edge, Tobii-DynaVox I-12+ and PRC’s Accent/NuEye for pALS seen at our center.
I have recently been introduced to Talk to Me Technologies’ Eyespeak and would consider it to be another good option. When indecisive folks want to know which one is “best”, I provide info regarding system specs but otherwise, recommendations are based entirely on which system best suits the individual’s needs. Amongst other things, we compare calibration, software organization and speed and accuracy of text entry. I definitely agree with Nancy & Jeremy about completing multiple trials with multiple systems whenever feasible.
If you haven’t already, I would also suggest getting in touch with local reps to get a feel for what kind of support they can provide. Training is ultimately the responsibility of the SLP who recommends the device of course but it’s great to work with a vendor/rep who is willing help out after initial set up. Our Southeast reps have been pretty great about that.
Amy Wright
Speech-Language Pathologist
Carolinas Neuromuscular/ALS-MDA Center
Tel (704) 355-0867 Fax (704) 446-6219
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There are some differences. The Eyegaze Edge only needs to track one eye. It uses the absolute minimum amount of infrared light (one LED) to illuminate the eye, which is a significant difference for someone who is light-sensitive. It can be operated in any position. It’s highly accurate and quite fast. Probably the most important difference is that it works with equal accuracy for someone with ptosis (drooping) eyelids. I don’t believe any other eye tracking system can do that. It also costs the least of the high-end systems.
That said, I absolutely agree people should try more than one system!
On Aug 16, 2016, at 3:25 AM, Linskell Jeremy (NHS TAYSIDE) <xxxxxx@nhs.net> wrote:
I'm not sure that's actually the right question to ask. There isn't a better or worse system and in fact you sometimes need to choose, based on the issues that the individual has (system requirements and visual issues). The important think is to get a proper evaluation and let the person has to use the system for a few sessions to see if it really suits them. So your most imprtant piece of advice, I would suggest, is to buy from a good supplier who is technology agnostic; will provide decent evaluations/loans; and who offers good support.
cheers
Jeremy
Jeremy Linskell CEng, CSci, MIPEM
Principal Clinical Scientist
Electronic Assistive Technology Service
Ninewells Hospital
Dundee
Scotland
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Subject: Tobii vs Eye Gaze
Hello all,
Any strong thoughts for or against eye tracking communication solutions from either Tobii or Eye Gaze?
Any other proven eye tracking option(s) anyone would recommend for individuals with ALS?
Keith D. Miller
Care Services / Equipment Coordinator
The ALS Association
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