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This research aims to explore the practices of speech-language pathologists in prescribing assistive technology for individuals with traumatic brain injury.

February 16, 2026International Journal of Speech-Language Pathology0 citationsOpen Access

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A nuanced approach: An exploratory study of speech-language pathologists’ practices in assistive technology for return to work in traumatic brain injury

TKTayla KleinschmidtGriffith University RHRonelle HewetsonGriffith University PCPetrea CornwellGriffith University

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This research aims to explore the practices of speech-language pathologists in prescribing assistive technology for individuals with traumatic brain injury.
Surveyed speech-language pathologists regarding their practices with assistive technology.
Examined the types of devices and applications prescribed for clients.
Investigated individual and workplace factors influencing technology use.
Clinicians primarily prescribed familiar assistive devices and downloadable applications.
Prescription practices are shaped by various barriers and facilitators in both individual and workplace contexts.

Abstract

Surveyed clinicians primarily prescribed familiar devices and inbuilt or downloadable applications. The prescription and use of assistive technology by surveyed clinicians is multifaceted, involving considerations of the individual and workplace barriers and facilitators to determine its utility.

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