Interdisciplinary Development of Intelligent Rehabilitation Technologies

Intelligent rehabilitation technologies (IRTs) have tremendous potential to support people with neurological conditions. The development of IRTs for neurorehabilitation requires input from a spectrum of experts, which includes engineers, rehabilitation specialists, computer scientists, formal and informal caregivers, and target care recipients. Factors such as the intended application and available resources significantly impact how an IRT is developed. Identifying criteria and restrictions and working closely throughout the development process as an interdisciplinary team can mitigate hurdles and improve the final product. This paper presents a methodology to support IRT development and illustrates its application through real-world examples.