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Handout

Prism Glasses for Homonymous Hemianopia: Will It Restore Vision?

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTStrokeVision
Prism glasses are often a go-to for clients with homonymous hemianopia, but do they actually work? While there is plenty of evidence to indicate that there is potential to increase the visual field by up to 20º, this resource focuses on presenting the pros and cons of prism lenses so that clients can make more informed decisions about whether or not they want to incorporate this strategy into their recovery plan.
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Handout Therapy Material

Navigating the Complex and Frustrating World of Hospital Bills and Insurance Claims

Print Resource — US Letter — 18 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacySpinal Cord InjuryStroke
Medical bills are increasingly complex and overwhelming, especially with current insurance models. This resource offers a strategy for breaking down costs to ensure that what is being charged is what is actually owed. Boost confidence with money management skills with this activity + full page of tips to help people navigate their hospital bills and insurance claims. Note that this is a U.S.-centric activity and focuses on U.S. legislation as well as typical U.S.-based health insurance policies.
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Handout

The Point of Thickened Liquids (IDDSI version)

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
This handout is for people who have dysphagia and choose to use thickened liquids as a compensatory strategy due to a delayed swallow. This version uses the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI).
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Handout

Understanding My Brain Injury

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBrain Injury
Originally designed for teenagers, this handout was adapted based on a member request to remove language specifically targeting teens. It now serves as a helpful resource for anyone with a brain injury or their caregiver who may need a more basic, easy-to-understand overview of brain injury information.
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Handout

Bed Mobility: Tips and Safety for Caregivers

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTCaregiver SupportsProgressive Neurological ConditionsSeating and MobilityStroke
Boost the knowledge of caregivers and family members when it comes to safe techniques for aiding in bed mobility.
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Clinical Reference

Coaching in Rehabilitation Therapy

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultAgingBrain InjuryMental HealthStroke
This clinical reference describes coaching within the context of rehabilitation therapy and highlights coaching principles for behavioral change and goal setting. It is applicable across practice settings.
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Clinical Reference

Orthotic Patterns: The Wrist Cock-Up

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTOrthopaedics
This clinical reference provides a splinting pattern and rationale for the custom fabrication of a wrist cock-up orthotic.
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Clinical Reference

A Precautionary Tale of Hip Precautions

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTOrthopaedics
Do hip precautions prevent dislocations after surgery? All evidence points to: Nope. Load up on all of the evidence-based research on this topic and be a leader in your facility and your community to move towards person-centered, evidence-based care when it comes to hip replacement recovery.
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Handout

Making the Most Out of Your Long-term Cancer Hospitalization

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsCancer
Inspire your patients to engage in OT during long-term hospital stays with this handout. Instead of discharging these patients from occupational therapy care, there is great opportunity to provide meaningful intervention and connection during a lengthy hospital stay. OT intervention can promote dignity during a very challenging time.
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Clinical Reference Eval Tool

SLP’s Role with Disorders of Consciousness and Functional Locked-In Syndrome

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultSLPBrain InjuryStroke
Review the evidenced-based scales for disorders of consciousness and the criteria for disorders of consciousness and functional locked-in syndrome per the Coma Recovery Scale-Revised. Explore suggestions for treatment at these low levels following brain injury.
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Therapy Material

Cognitive Strategy Rehearsal Activity: Scanning Dog Food Labels

Print Resource — US Letter — 7 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStrokeVision
Practice implementation of aids/strategies to compensate for cognitive impairments with real-life activity determining which type of dog food has the least amount of low-nutritional value and/or harmful ingredients.
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Therapy Material

The Wheels On the Bus: Object+Verb Practice for People With Aphasia

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultSLPAphasia
In this activity, we invite people with aphasia who have young (2-6) children in their lives to use the song The Wheels on the Bus to practice this skill in a way that incorporates life participation and music while generating object+noun/adjective pairs. Edmonds, L. A., Nadeau, S. E., & Kiran, S. (2009). Effect of Verb […]
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Clinical Reference Handout Therapy Material

A Collection of Call Light Signs

Print Resource — US Letter — 8 pages
AdultOTSLPBalance/Vestibular/FallsBrain InjurySpinal Cord InjuryStrokeVision
Printable call light signs of various sizes for various populations as well as safety tips for interdisciplinary teams for call light placement and other considerations.
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Clinical Reference

Sex and Intimacy — LGBTQIA+

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStrokeWomen's Health
This clinical reference outlines what therapists need to know when addressing sex and intimacy with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+.
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Handout

Getting Around Your Community (Low Vision Resource)

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPVision
Target strategies and tips for improving access and navigation in one’s community with this handout.
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Handout

Long COVID

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPRespiratory
Equip your patients with the knowledge of common symptoms, co-conditions, and risks related to long COVID.
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HEP Therapy Material

Shoulder Elevation Progression

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTOrthopaedics
This resource provides evidence-based therapeutic exercises to progress clients who are unable to safely or correctly elevate the shoulder against gravity. It contains an easy-to-follow HEP as well as details forward elevation for the practitioner.
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Clinical Reference Handout

Solution-Focused Therapy Approaches

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyMental HealthProgressive Neurological ConditionsStroke
Two evidence-based solution-focused activities with a handout for clients experiencing health challenges that aids in constructing solutions instead of focusing on problems.
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