• Advocacy Groups & Assistive Tech Centers Advocacy groups and donor-backed assistive tech centers can offer grants or partial funding. For personalized guidance, the Assistive Tech Act center in your state can be a helpful starting point for care teams navi- gating local funding options, or contact the Kinemo team to help identify the best funding sources for your situation. Kinemo is actively pursuing reimbursement pathways. Soon, Kinemo devices will qualify for coverage when used with adap- tive equipment such as AAC systems, attendant call systems, and power wheelchairs. Sign up on our website to receive updates on new funding and reimbursement opportunities. JOIN US IN EXPANDING ACCESS We’re actively partnering with rehabilitation centers to bring Kinemo to more patients. If you know a clinician who could benefit from Kinemo, please connect with us through our contact form. Your referral can help someone regain indepen- dence and improve their quality of life. If you are a user interested in learning how Kinemo can support your daily digital activities, reach out today to schedule a free evaluation. Our team will guide you through the process and help you discover the best setup for your needs. REFERENCES Sebkhi, N., et al., Technical validation of Kinemo, a wearable alternative controller for smart control and power wheelchair driving, in RESNA Conference. 2023, RESNA: New Orleans, LA.
Coming soon: An AI-driven configuration feature will auto- mate these adjustments, further simplifying setup for new patients. 3. Assign Actions to Gestures Start by listing essential digital tasks for the user, then select a set of human-device interactions to accomplish these tasks. Refine the selection of interactions by considering the user’s gesture capabilities. Use the Kinemo companion app to assign each interaction to a gesture. • For Bluetooth devices , options include mouse control, clicks (left, right, middle), and keyboard keys. • For jack-enabled adaptive equipment , actions are limited to short switch (e.g., for click or select) and long switch emulation (e.g., wheelchair functions). 4. Configure User’s Target Devices Basic actions like cursor movement and clicks require minimal setup. Enable AssistiveTouch on iOS or Single-Click to open items on Windows. For advanced customization, configure Switch Access on iOS/Android or use automation tools like AutoHotKey on Windows. 5. Adapt Setup to Physical Changes Kinemo is designed to evolve with the user. If a gesture becomes difficult, simply reposition the tracer to another body part with remaining mobility. Kinemo adapts to the user, not the other way around. FUNDING PATHWAYS While private insurance typically does not cover assistive technology for general consumer devices (e.g., smartphones, tablets, computers), several programs can help offset costs: • Veterans Affairs VA centers fully cover the cost of Kinemo devices for veterans. • Workers’ Compensation Kinemo devices are fully covered for individuals under the care of Workers’ Compensation. • Vocational Rehabilitation Services If Kinemo supports return-to-work goals, funding is often available through state vocational rehabilitation programs. • Educational & Disability Programs Many developmental disability programs provide funding for students who need assistive technology for school.
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