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- Title
Knowledge of and Preferences for Long Cane Components: A Qualitative and Quantitative Study.
- Authors
Ambrose-Zaken, Grace
- Abstract
Abstract: This article reviews the literature on the various components of long canes and reports on a study of the knowledge and preferences of 100 adults with visual impairments regarding the various components and types of canes. Results indicated that the terrain of a route, weather conditions, mobility demand, and purpose of an outing are important factors when choosing a cane.
- Subjects
CANES for the blind; STAFFS (Sticks, canes, etc.); PEOPLE with visual disabilities; APPARATUS for the blind; BLIND travelers
- Publication
Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2005, Vol 99, Issue 10, p633
- ISSN
0145-482X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1177/0145482x0509901007