Table 7
Most commonly used assistive device by type of disability for adults, Canada, 2006

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Aid Type Most common assistive device %
1. Respiratory aids include aids such as puffers, inhalers and oxygen.
Source: Statistics Canada, Participation and Activity Limitation Survey, 2006.
Hearing Hearing aids 79.7
Seeing Magnifiers 91.3
Communication Computer or keyboard devices 53.3E
Mobility Canes or walking sticks 71.6
Agility Grasping tools or reach extenders 54.6
Pain Hot or cold aids 88.0
Learning Home computers 83.2
Other needs Respiratory aids1 24.5