I do not know if we saw version 1 or version 2.  We did see it here.  It is a EMG switch.  I think we only saw the demonstrator using it.  (CJ do you want to weigh in on that?)  The programs it connects to are pretty much standard scanning AAC type software stuff. 

 

It should be able to be used with no perceptible movement.  I think it has a better readout than some of the EMG switches I have seen.  But the one I am thinking of was also very expensive, well into 5 figures.  Made me feel like I would want to work with the EOG switch or the other one whose name I can’t remember right now (outfit out of Boston) for a less expensive option.  On the other hand they apparently did get funding as part of an AAC system so worth a look?

 

 

 

From: xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Antoinette Verdone
Sent: Tuesday, March 18, 2008 10:03 AM
To: xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: NeuroSwitch

 

Does anyone have experience with the NeuroSwitch?

 

If yes, can it be used by those with no perceptible movements?

 

How do you get a demo?

 

Thanks,

 

Antoinette Verdone, ATP

Assistive Technology Specialist

ALS Association, Greater New York Chapter

116 John Street, Suite 1304

New York, NY 10038

Phone: 212-720-3054

Fax: 212-720-3054

 

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From: xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx on behalf of Alisa Brownlee
Sent: Fri 3/14/2008 11:25 AM
To: xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: [Assistive Technology] switch adapted lifelines?

Yes, we use switch adapted Lifelines.  There are many "I've fallen and can't get up" emergency call companies, but some do not offer switch adaptations.  When we are setting up a PALS for Lifeline services, we always ask if the company can do switch access if necessary and if they can't, we try to find another company.  The switch adaptation is basically a box that either attaches to a wheelchair, bed, or the person and the switch is plugged into the box.  The receiver box has a 1/8 in jack so any switch will work.

 

Hope that helps.

 

Alisa

Joy Meachum <xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

Has anyone ever seen a switch adapted lifeline (or something similar)? Seems like it would be a great idea for our PALS! Thanks for any suggestions.

Joy Meachum
Patient Services Coordinator
The ALS Association, St. Louis Regional Chapter
www.alsa-stl.org
xxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxx

 

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Alisa Brownlee, ATP
Assistive Technology Specialist
ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Association, Greater Philadelphia Chapter

 

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