Intention to Use Exoskeletons in Geriatric Care Work: Need for Ergonomic and Social Design

In this research, we investigate user experiences with the Laevo exoskeletons in geriatric work. We introduce two studies where Finnish nurses used exoskeletons and identify the requirements and potential restrictions for using exoskeletons in care context. Our results show that nurses’ intentions t...

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Published in:Ergonomics in design 2022-04, Vol.30 (2), p.13-16
Main Authors: Turja, Tuuli, Saurio, Riika, Katila, Julia, Hennala, Lea, Pekkarinen, Satu, Melkas, Helinä
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Design
Ergonomics
Geriatrics
User experience
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Summary:In this research, we investigate user experiences with the Laevo exoskeletons in geriatric work. We introduce two studies where Finnish nurses used exoskeletons and identify the requirements and potential restrictions for using exoskeletons in care context. Our results show that nurses’ intentions to use the exoskeletons were mostly associated with perceived usefulness, ergonomics, and enjoyment of use. Also, social environment issues, such as other people’s reactions, are important considerations. Exoskeleton use has varying requirements depending on where it will be implemented. Thus, the end users’ ideas for the design are crucial in enabling exoskeleton use in different sectors of work.
ISSN:1064-8046
2169-5083
DOI:10.1177/1064804620961577