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Environmental Swallowing Considerations for People with Dementia

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AdultOTSLPDementiaDysphagiaHome Modifications
There are many adjustments that care partners can implement to improve the feeding environment for people with dementia. Video on how to use this resource:
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Cough…Is it Strong Enough?

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AdultSLPDysphagia
This resource explains the physiological process of a cough, how to measure cough strength, and why an adequate peak expiratory flow rate is important. Video on how to use this resource: Brennan, M., McDonnell, M.J., Duignan, N., Gargoum, F., & Rutherford, R.M. (2022). The use of cough peak flow in the assessment of respiratory function […]
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Model of Attention

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AdultOTSLPAttentionBrain Injury
This resource defines the distinct yet interrelated subcomponents of attention. Video on how to use this resource: Sohlberg, M.M., & Mateer, C.A. (2010). APT-III: Attention process training: A direct attention training program for persons with acquired brain injury. Youngville, NC: Lash & Associates.
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Impairments of Occipital Lobe Strokes

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AdultOTPTSLPStrokeVisual Impairment/Neglect
This resource provides basic education regarding functional impairment related to occipital lobe strokes. Video on how to use this resource:
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Should I Get a Meniscectomy?

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AdultOTPTKneesOrthopaedics
This handout is an educational resource designed for people with meniscectomy. It outlines the risks/benefits of meniscectomy for meniscus tears. Video on how to use resource: Noorduyn, J. C., Van de Graaf, V. A., Willigenburg, N. W., Scholten-Peeters, G. G., Kret, E. J., Van Dijk, R. A., Buchbinder, R., Hawker, G. A., Coppieters, M. W., […]
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Minimizing the Concurrent Training Interference Effect

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AdultOTPTSports and Exercise
This resource is a guideline for clinicians who work with clients needing strength, power, and cardiovascular adaptations. It discusses strategies to minimize the concurrent training effect. Video on how to use this resource: Schumann, M., Feuerbacher, J. F., Sünkeler, M., Freitag, N., Rønnestad, B., Doma, K., & Lundberg, T. (2021). Compatibility of concurrent aerobic and […]
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Clinical Reference

High Intensity Gait Training After Neurologic Condition

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AdultOTPTNervous System Conditions
This document is a resource for clinicians trying to improve walking function for patients with central nervous system impairments. Video on how to use this resource: Hornby G, et al. Clinical Practice Guideline to Improve Locomotor Function Following Chronic Stroke, Spinal Cord Injury, and Brain Injury . Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy . 2020;44(2):49-100 Ardestani, […]
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Clinical Reference

How To Perform an Oculomotor Examination

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AdultOTPTNervous System Conditions
This document outlines an oculomotor examination and specific conditions and symptoms where it is appropriate. Video on how to use resource: Fell, D. W. (2017). Lifespan Neurorehabilitation. F. A. Davis Company.
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What is Heterotopic Ossification?

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AdultOTPTOrthopaedicsStrains
Although heterotopic ossification is rare, it can significantly impact care and return to a prior level of function. This document is meant as a resource for patients. Video on how to use this resource: O’Connor, J. P., & Lysz, T. (2008). Celecoxib, NSAIDs and the skeleton. Drugs of today (Barcelona, Spain : 1998), 44(9), 693–709. […]
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Therapy Material

Grooming Nails

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AdultOTPTADLsArm/HandArthritisNervous System ConditionsOrthopaedicsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource offers different compensatory strategies and adaptive equipment for improving independence with grooming nails. Video on how to use this resource:
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Coping Skills

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AdultOTMental Health
This handout covers a variety of coping skills that can be used for those struggling with their mental health, as well as difficulty coping with illness and/or injury.
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Strategies

Performing ADLs with Abdominal Precautions

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AdultOTPTSLPADLsSeating and Mobility
This resource can be used for clinicians or patients following abdominal surgery to safely complete various ADLs. Video on how to use this resource:
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Abdominal Precautions

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AdultOTPTSLPADLsBack/SpineOrthopaedicsSeating and Mobility
This simple handout can be used for patient and family education on following abdominal precautions. Video on how to use this resource:
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Therapy Material

Financial Management: Wants vs. Needs

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AdultOTSLPADLsBrain InjuryFinances
This resource works on cognition and money management skills by focusing on wants versus needs with spending. Video on how to use this resource:
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Handout

Dysphagia and Parkinson’s Disease

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AdultSLPDysphagiaParkinson’s
Swallowing problems are common for people with Parkinson’s disease. However, it is underreported in the early stages. This handout explains the swallowing symptoms people with Parkinson’s disease can experience. Video on how to use this resource: Kalf, J. G., De Swart, B. J. M., Bloem, B. R., & Munneke, M. (2012). Prevalence of oropharyngeal dysphagia […]
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Apple Watch Safety Features

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AdultOTPTSLPAgingFall Risk
This handout explains the safety features of the Apple Watch, a socially acceptable wearable technology. Video on how to use this resource:
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Clinical Reference

Comparing a Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study and Esophagram

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AdultSLPAnatomy/PhysiologyDysphagia
A Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS) and esophagram are helpful tools for evaluating a person’s swallowing function. This handout explains the similarities and differences to help determine which one may be more appropriate. Video on how to use this resource:
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Information Processing Speed Following Brain Injury (Based on INCOG 2.0 Recommendations)

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AdultOTPTSLPAttentionBrain Injury
Information processing speed is related to the complex and multidimensional constructs of attention. This material describes two options to compensate for or treat slowed processing speed often seen following brain injury or other neurodegenerative disorders. Video on how to use this resource: Chien, Y., Chien, Y., Liu, C., Wu, H., Chang, C., Wu, M. (2019). […]
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Visual Action Therapy for Global Aphasia

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AdultSLPAphasia
Visual Action Therapy (VAT) is a treatment approach for aphasia when a person has global impairments of all language modalities. It incorporates training use of gestures for non-verbal communication of wants and needs. Video on how to use this resource: Helm-Estabrooks, N., Fitzpatrick, P. M., & Barresi, B. (1982). Visual action therapy for global aphasia. […]
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Tips for Keeping Your Cartilage Healthy

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AdultOTPTHip/PelvisKneesOrthopaedics
This handout outlines several tips that can be used to help people with joint pain keep their cartilage healthy in their lower extremities. Video on how to use this resource: Driban, J. B., Harkey, M. S., Barbe, M. F., Ward, R. J., MacKay, J. W., Davis, J. E., Lu, B., Price, L. L., Eaton, C. […]
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