Orientation sensors containing magnetometers use the earth's magnetic field as a reference. Ferromagnetic objects may distort this magnetic field, leading to inaccurate orientation output. We explored the viability of these orientation sensors for motion analysis in an assistive mobility device rehabilitative setting. We attached two MTx orientation sensors (XSens; Enschade, the Netherlands), c...

BACKGROUND Orientation and mobility training aims to facilitate independent functioning and participation in the community of people with low vision. OBJECTIVE (1) To gain insight into current practice regarding orientation and mobility training, and (2) to develop a theory-driven standardized version of this training to teach people with low vision how to orientate and be safe in terms of mo...

In many developing countries, orientation and mobility (O&M) services programs are inadequate. A survey of 296 visually impaired Nigerians was conducted in 2018 to assess availability of, experiences with, O&M training. Three-fourths those sampled were blind. items analyzed by vision status. Persons with partial sight more likely than blind persons use a cane without the assistance huma...

This presented paper describes and examines 21 virtual environments developed specifically to support people who are blind in collecting spatial information before arrival at a new location and to help people who are newly blind practice orientation and mobility skills during rehabilitation. The paper highlights weaknesses and strengths of virtual environments that have been developed in the pa...