Table 8
Most common unmet need for assistive devices by type of disability for adults, Canada, 2006

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Aid type Most common assistive device %
1. Comfort aids include items such as therapeutic cushions and adjustable beds.
Source: Statistics Canada, Participation and Activity Limitation Survey, 2006.
Hearing Closed caption TV or decoder 72.0
Seeing Large print reading materials 29.7
Communication Computer or keyboard device 26.6E
Mobility Lifts or lift type devices 23.6
Agility Hand or arm brace 39.4
Pain Comfort aids1 29.7
Learning Specialised telephone 26.5
Other needs Other aids 79.4
Bath, shower, or toilet aids 13.7