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Logistic barriers
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Physical environment
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Need for someone to help you with device
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Challenges of set up
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Transportation and accessibility barriers
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Device positioning
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Cost of device is a barrier
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Technological challenges
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Prior technology experience affects attitudes towards new technologies
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Device is cumbersome
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Technical problems with the devices
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Issues with wearing and adjusting the robotic devices
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Engineering/manufacturing challenges
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Other technological challenges
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Appeal and engagement
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Acceptance of devices
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Uncertainty and cautiousness
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Robotic devices/interventions are beneficial and fun
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Motivating factors for patients to use the device or intervention
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Using novel technologies for rehabilitation
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What motivated clinicians to recommend use of the device/intervention
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Appealing features of the devices/interventions
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Facilitators to use of the devices/interventions
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Aspects of the devices/interventions the participants did not like
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Supportive interactions and relationships
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Therapist-patient relationship is important
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Support from family is beneficial
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Managing patients' expectations
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Benefits for physical, psychological, and social function(ing)
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Physical benefits of using the device
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Psychological issues due to the device or intervention
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Psychological benefits of using the device
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Some participants had mixed experiences
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Social benefits of using the device
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No improvement from using devices or intervention
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Expanding and sustaining therapeutic options
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Limited or absent pathways for transitioning from the medical model to that of a wellness approach following early injury rehabilitation
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Important to maintain human presence
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Implementation and contextual factors
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Independent use of robotic devices
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Training
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Devices seen as complimentary to traditional therapy
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Time management and resources
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Comparisons with treadmills and wheelchairs
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Having appropriate staff
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Training goals
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Costs
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Therapist training
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Accessibility and funding
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Design-related suggestions
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Patient suitability and screening
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Personalising the devices or intervention
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Research can be limited in terms of day-to-day relevance
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Other suggestions to increase uptake and engagement with devices
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What should such devices help you achieve/activities you should be able to do with a robotic device
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Devices providing feedback are useful and desirable
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Appropriate settings
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Other recommendations
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Importance of tailoring devices
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