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Reduced visual acuity in elderly people: the role of ergonomics and gerotechnology

Age and Ageing

Author: Pinto, M. R., De Medici, S., Zlotnicki, A., Bianchi, A., Van Sant, C., Napoli, C.
Year: 1997
Type: Journal Article

Abstract:

The discipline of gerontechnology studies the interactions between the aged and their architectural and technological living environments. It applies ergonomic principles to extend the independence of aged people, by adapting their surroundings to compensate for their declining faculties. Recommendations to aid those who are visually handicapped include maximizing the power and arrangement of light sources to suit their reduced visual acuity. Additionally, the furniture, equipment and other technologies in their living environment should be chosen to minimize the risk of accident and injury.


Further Details

Full Title Age and Ageing
Pages 339-344
Volume 26
Issue 5
Accession Number September, 2011
Notes lighting bibliography
Electronic Resource Number 10.1093/ageing/26.5.339
Research Notes Electronic copy added 14/08/2013
Keywords lightingvisionmobility

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