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Clinical Reference

Motivational Techniques for Mealtime with Autistic Kids

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PediatricSLPAutismFeeding and Swallowing
This resource is for families of children with autism spectrum disorder who experience difficulty with managing mealtime behaviors.
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Handout

Moving Towards Neurodiversity

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PediatricSLPAutismLanguage DevelopmentLiteracyPediatric Brain Injury
Current society is still very much in the “normal vs. abnormal” mindset when it comes to neurological differences. This handout is designed with parents/caregivers in mind and provides the basics of the concept of neurodiversity. It is presented in contrast to the current dominant normal vs. abnormal model.
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Handout

Managing Cancer Related Fatigue

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AdultOTSLPCancer
This handout provides tips to help people with cancer manage their fatigue.
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Handout

What Is Diabetic Ketoacidosis

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AdultOTSLPDiabetes
This handout is for individuals who are experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis of metabolic acidosis.
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Cerebellar Examination

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AdultOTSLPNervous System Conditions
This document outlines the basics of a coordination or cerebellar examination. Use it to screen individuals with complex neurologic impairment or monitor progression of cerebellar diseases.
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Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Strategies

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AdultOTSeating and MobilitySpinal Cord Injury
This handout is for individuals who use wheelchairs. Upper limb pain is very common for individuals who use wheelchairs as their primary means of mobility, and this document outlines better propulsion techniques to minimize potential for injury. Raina, S., McNitt-Gray, J., Mulroy, S., Requejo, P., Effect of increased load on scapular kinematics during manual wheelchaiEffect […]
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Ergonomics and Household Tasks

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AdultOTADLs/IADLsArthritisChronic Pain
This handout discusses the use of proper ergonomics when completing different household tasks.
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Therapy Material

Remodeling Math Activity

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AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
This therapy material works on mathematical calculation skills through a home remodeling lens. This material is intended to be a higher level cognitive challenge.
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Handout

Neurological Injuries and the Impact on Sleep

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AdultOTBrain InjuryNervous System ConditionsStroke
This handout covers the relationship between neurological conditions and poor sleep.
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Therapy Material

IADL Charades

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AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLs
This therapy material offers a creative way to address sequencing and mobility on the topic of IADLs.
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Therapy Material

ADL Storage Labels

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AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryCaregiver SupportsDementiaHome ModificationsStroke
This resource offers simple and clear pictures for labeling spaces in the home (e.g. dresser full of clothes, kitchen drawers) to increase independence for clients with decreased memory.
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Handout

The Respiratory Defense System

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AdultOTSLPRespiratory
This handout explains how the lungs have a natural protection system to remove unwanted particles from the nasal cavity and lungs.
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Therapy Material

Daily Visual Schedule Templates

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AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
These templates allow patients to create a personal visual schedule for themselves. They can be daily reminders of what needs to be done or help with motivation for everyday tasks.
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Handout

Communication Strategies for Acquired Apraxia of Speech

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AdultOTSLPMotor Speech/Dysarthria/Apraxia
This handout highlights communication strategies for people with apraxia of speech and their communication partners.
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Clinical Reference

Functional Speech Disorders Evaluation and Treatment Guide for Clinicians

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AdultSLPMotor Speech/Dysarthria/ApraxiaVoice
Functional speech disorders have been an emerging area of understanding for speech pathology. This guide provides SLPs with a foundational outline for the evaluation and treatment.
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Therapy Material

Immediate Action Plan Post-Concussion/mTBI

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AdultOTSLPBrain Injury
People who have just experienced a concussion or mild traumatic brain injury often present as if they can resume life/work as usual, but often struggle with ongoing symptoms that worsen when the injury is not taken seriously. This resource guides the person through the steps necessary to create an immediate action plan. It is intended to be used as a framework during a therapy session with the therapist guiding the conversation. It can be filled out together or simply used as a conversation framework.
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Clinical Reference

How to Assess and Support Light Tech AAC Users

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PediatricSLPAACLanguage Development
This resource provides a general roadmap for assessing and implementing light augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tasks and activities for clients who are either non-speaking or with delayed initiation of verbal communication.
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Clinical Reference

Quick Guide to Pediatric Dysarthria

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PediatricSLPArticulation and Phonology
Utilize this resource as a foundation and overview of how to identify, assess, and tackle pediatric dysarthria across a variety of settings.
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Clinical Reference

When the First Words Have Not Emerged: Tips & Strategies

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PediatricSLPLanguage Development
This resource provides strategies and recommendations for children who present with delays in the emergence of their first words.
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