headstick
Head-mounted pointer tool
A headstick is a pointer attached to a headband or helmet, used by people with limited arm or hand function to operate keyboards, touchscreens, or other devices.
The user moves their head to direct the stick's tip: She typed her essay using a headstick.
Also called a head pointer.
Reference to memory location
- mouthstickTeeth-held manipulation rod
- typingEntering text via keyboard
- keyboardArray of input keys
- touchscreenInput-sensitive display panel
accessibility · adaptive · quadriplegia · paralysis · independence · communication · computer · interface
Seated conveyance for mobility-impaired
- quadriplegicParalyzed in all limbs
- paralysisLoss of muscle function
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- physical therapyRehabilitative movement-based medical care
independence · adaptation · accessibility · equipment · aid · occupational therapy · disability · autonomy
Accuracy of measurement
- dexteritySkillful hand coordination
- coordinationOrganized cooperative movement
- accuracyDegree of correctness
- targetingSelecting as objective
selection · calibration · positioning · manipulation · steadiness · poise · alignment · movement
pointer
Reference to memory location
- mouthstickTeeth-held manipulation rod
- typingEntering text via keyboard
- keyboardArray of input keys
touchscreen · accessibility · adaptive · quadriplegia · paralysis · independence · communication · computer · interface · input
wheelchair
Seated conveyance for mobility-impaired
- quadriplegicParalyzed in all limbs
- paralysisLoss of muscle function
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
physical therapy · independence · adaptation · accessibility · equipment · aid · occupational therapy · disability · autonomy · empowerment
precision
Accuracy of measurement
- dexteritySkillful hand coordination
- coordinationOrganized cooperative movement
- accuracyDegree of correctness
targeting · selection · calibration · positioning · manipulation · steadiness · poise · alignment · movement · finesse
headstickvoice recognition
Technology identifying spoken language
brain-computer interface · neural interface · gesture recognition
head, stick, headline, headstone, headband, headrest, headgear, headphone, headsail