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Clinical Reference

Median Nerve Injuries

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTPTNervous System Conditions
The resource details median nerve injuries and treatment options. Video on how to use this resource:
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Strategies

Bowel Management After Spinal Cord Injury

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTPTADLsBowel/BladderSpinal Cord Injury
This resource covers strategies for bowel management after spinal cord injury. Video on how to use this resource:
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Handout

Bidets

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTPTADLsBowel/BladderCaregiver
This resource covers the indications for use of a bidet and the multiple benefits they can provide. Video on how to use this resource:
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Strategies

Shopping Strategies for Executive Dysfunction

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPAttentionBrain InjuryMemoryPlanning/OrganizingStrokeVisual Processing
This resource covers different strategies that can be used when shopping for individuals with executive functioning deficits. Video on how to use this resource:
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Therapy Material

Delayed Recall Visual Memory Activity

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTPTSLPAttentionMemoryStrokeVisual Impairment/NeglectVisual Processing
This material addresses delayed recall with visual memory using a storytelling strategy. Video on how to use this resource: Magliano, J. P., Larson, A. M., Higgs, K., & Loschky, L. C. (2016). The relative roles of visuospatial and linguistic working memory systems in generating inferences during visual narrative comprehension. Memory & Cognition, 44, 207-219.
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Handout

How To Tape for Lateral Ankle Sprains

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTPTFeetOrthopaedics
This is a quick reference piece for clinicians or patients outlining how to tape an ankle to reduce the risk of lateral ankle sprains. Video on how to use this resource: Vuurberg, G., Hoorntje, A., Wink, L. M., Van der Doelen, B. F., Van den Bekerom, M. P., Dekker, R., Van Dijk, C. N., Krips, […]
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Clinical Reference

Diagnostic Metrics Simplified: Reference for Clinicians

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTPTSLPHealth Literacy
This resource outlines diagnostic metrics such as specificity, sensitivity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, positive likelihood ratios, and negative likelihood ratios to help clinicians better understand tests for various conditions. Video on how to use this resource: Akobeng, A. K. (2007). Understanding diagnostic tests 1: Sensitivity, specificity and predictive values. Acta Paediatrica, 96(3), 338-341.  […]
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Handout

What is Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy?

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTPTHip/PelvisOrthopaedics
This handout outlines what proximal hamstring tendinopathy is and what to expect with treatment. Video on how to use this resource: Nasser, A. M., Pizzari, T., Grimaldi, A., Vicenzino, B., Rio, E., & Semciw, A. I. (2021). Proximal hamstring tendinopathy; expert physiotherapists’ perspectives on diagnosis, management and prevention. Physical Therapy in Sport, 48, 67-75. Dizon, […]
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Clinical Reference

Home Modification for Individuals Who Use Wheelchairs: Doorways

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTPTNervous System Conditions
This handout describes potential solutions for individuals who are having trouble navigating a home environment after use of a wheelchair and are considering home modification. Video on how to use this resource: https://www.ada.gov
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Handout

Calf Muscle Strains: What To Expect

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTPTOrthopaedicsStrains
This is an educational handout for people with calf muscle strains. It outlines the grades of injury and what to expect regarding diagnosis and treatment. Video on how to use this resource: Green, B., McClelland, J. A., Semciw, A. I., Schache, A. G., McCall, A., & Pizzari, T. (2022). The assessment, management and prevention of […]
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Handout

The Pain Catastrophizing Scale: Interpretation and How To Implement Findings

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTPTSLPChronic Pain
This resource for clinicians outlines how to use, interpret, and implement findings from the Pain Catastrophizing Scale.  Video on how to use this resource: Sullivan, M. J., Bishop, S. R., & Pivik, J. (1995). The pain catastrophizing scale: Development and validation. Psychological Assessment, 7(4), 524-532. Osman, A., Barrios, F. X., Kopper, B. A., Hauptmann, W., […]
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Handout

Functional Neurological Disorder

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTPTSLPNervous System Conditions
This document outlines what functional neurological disorder is and is written in a way that can be provided as a patient handout. Video on how to use this resource: Nielsen G. (2016). Physical treatment of functional neurologic disorders. Handbook of clinical neurology, 139, 555–569.
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Clinical Reference

Treatment for Functional Neurological Disorder: A Guide for Clinicians

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTPTSLPNervous System Conditions
This document outlines general principles of treatment for someone with a functional neurological disorder (FND). Video on how to use this resource: Vassilopoulos, A., Mohammad, S., Dure, L., Kozlowska, K., & Fobian, A. D. (2022). Treatment Approaches for Functional Neurological Disorders in Children. Current treatment options in neurology, 24(2), 77–97. Nielsen et al. (2020). Management […]
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Clinical Reference

Evidence Based Practice To Improve Walking After Stroke, Spinal Cord Injury, or Brain Injury

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTPTNervous System ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This document outlines evidence for improving walking function after neurologic damage. It is based on a clinical practice guideline. Video on how to use this resource: Hornby G, Reisman DS, Ward IG, et al. Clinical Practice Guideline to Improve Locomotor Function Following Chronic Stroke, Spinal Cord Injury, and Brain Injury . Journal of Neurologic Physical […]
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Therapy Material

Spot the Difference

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryVisual Impairment/NeglectVisual Processing
This therapy material works on a variety of visual perceptual skills using functional images. Video on how to use this resource:
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Strategies

Cooking Strategies for Executive Dysfunction

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPAttentionBrain InjuryPlanning/OrganizingSequencingStroke
This resource covers different strategies to simplify and improve independence with cooking for individuals with executive functioning deficits. Video on how to use this resource:
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Handout

Knee Replacement and Occupational Therapy

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AdultOTADLsHome ModificationsKneesOrthopaedics
This handout provides education on safety, adaptive equipment, considerations for discharge after a knee replacement, and the role of occupational therapists. Video on how to use this resource:
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Strategies

Joint Protection for Arthritic Hands

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTPTADLsArm/HandArthritisChronic PainOrthopaedics
This handout offers strategies and education on using joint protection techniques for those with arthritis in their hands. Video on how to use this resource:
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Handout

Adaptive Sports

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTPTSLPSeating and MobilitySpinal Cord InjurySports and ExerciseStroke
This handout outlines different adaptive sports to encourage wheelchair users to engage in leisure activities. Video on how to use this resource:
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Therapy Material

Clinical Resource: IDDSI Level 7 (Regular Easy to Chew)

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AdultSLPDietsDysphagia
The International Dysphagia Diet Initiative (IDDSI) level seven is for modified solids called “Regular Easy to Chew.” This material provides information for patients and their caregivers on this consistency’s characteristics, why it may be recommended, ways to test it at home, and helpful recommendations for preparation. Video on how to use this resource:
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