Table 4 Features for PAE suggested by the expert groups (bold font indicates PU and EU priority)
From: Using nominal group technique to advance power assisted exercise equipment for people with stroke
| Â | Category | Subcategory | PU priority | EU priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Four domaims | Software and interface | Interface | User friendly Clear visual display Fun and motivating Gamification Demonstration video | User friendly Clear visual display Easy to reach |
Feedback | Inter-session comparison Meaningful Individualised Watts and power generated Heart rate monitoring Symmetry of effort Baseline comparison | Inter-session comparison Meaningful Individualised Sensitive to small effort Accurate and continuous Generate digital record Calculated calorie expenditure | ||
Exercise programme | Movement | Functional and efficient Simple patterns Goal orientated Adjustable speed Reciprocal movement Machine initiated Optimal limb alignment Resisted movement option | Functional and efficient Simple patterns Goal orientated Adjustable speed Reciprocal movement Multiple movements | |
Physiological demand | Improve motor control Soft tissue stretch Decrease hypertonicity Physiological overload Cross education Eccentric and concentric Aerobic demand Progressive trajectory | Improve motor control Soft tissue stretch Decrease hypertonicity Manageable duration | ||
Machine and accessories | Accessibility | Safe transfer on and off Hemiplegia friendly Fits with transfer aid equipment | Safe transfer on and off Reachable components Able to access independently Height adjustable | |
Accessories | Bespoke limb support Quick release components | Bespoke limb support Quick release components Secure walking aid storage Reach bar to secure balance | ||
Setting and service | Team | Good knowledge of equipment Ability to educate users Ability to support goal setting Ability to manage expectations | Good knowledge of equipment Available to help Understand movement patterns Understand limited mobility | |
Environment | Client centred service Social and peer support | Client centred service Integrated therapy service |