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Clinical Reference

The Neurofunctional Approach to Addressing Functional Cognition

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTBrain InjuryStroke
This resource provides key aspects of the neurofunctional approach, including intervention techniques and an example of application in clinical practice.
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Clinical Reference

Vestibular Rehabilitation

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AdultOTBalance/Vestibular/Falls
This resource provides a treatment guide for the clinician with exercises and activities to address vestibular dysfunction.
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Handout

Is It Dementia? Navigating the Complicated Diagnosis Process

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPCaregiver SupportsDementia
Getting a dementia diagnosis seems like a straightforward thing, but it often takes years, and the diagnostic tools we have are very limited. This handout is perfect for families who are questioning if they need to consider a diagnosis of dementia, but aren’t sure where to start.
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Clinical Reference

Clinical Guide to Addressing Mild Cognitive Impairment

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AdultSLPAgingCaregiver SupportsDementia
What is mild cognitive impairment (MCI)? Is it something that we treat? If you’re looking to get a solid foundation in MCI, this guide is for you!
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Therapy Material

Basic Spatial Puzzle for Severe Traumatic Brain Injury

Print Resource — US Letter — 11 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryVision
This therapy activity focuses on a basic spatial puzzle task for people in the post-ICU stage of severe traumatic brain injury.
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Therapy Material

Strategies and Aids for Financial Management After Brain Injury

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
This resource provides a guide with recommendations to increase success with financial management following brain injury and poses questions to be person-centered. Basic and more complex technology aids are provided.
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Handout

Go With the Flow: An Introductory Guide to Communication with Dementia

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AdultOTSLPCaregiver SupportsDementia
This handout outlines communication strategies for families who are adjusting to a new diagnosis of dementia in their family. These strategies focus on maintaining self-esteem and dignity.
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Handout

Handout: What is Barium Sulfate and How Does it Affect My Body?

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AdultSLPDysphagia
During a modified barium swallow study, barium helps assess a person’s swallowing function. A medical professional can use this handout to discuss whether a modified barium swallow study is best for the person and how barium affects the body.
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Handout

Plateau: Is My Recovery from Brain Injury Over

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AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
This material busts the myth of a person’s recovery plateauing after a brain injury and explains how the environment can have a positive or negative impact.
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Clinical Reference Handout

Oral Care Assessment, Guide, and Schedule

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultSLPDysphagia
Use the Beck Oral Assessment Scale to determine how frequently oral care should be completed, and use the included guides and schedules as visual reminders for completing consistent and thorough oral care.
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Clinical Reference

Aphasia Institute’s Living with Aphasia: Framework for Outcome Measurement (AFROM)

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AdultSLPAphasiaStroke
Living with Aphasia: Framework for Outcome Measurement (A-FROM) was developed with values similar to the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia. This material provides background information regarding the four domains determined to contribute to quality of life with aphasia and how to better assess and treat these domains to improve overall life with aphasia.
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Handout

Types of Strokes

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPStroke
This handout provides simple information about the different types of strokes. Therapists can circle the types of stroke for each client/family member so that they can compare and understand differences.
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Handout

Lifestyle Choices to Support Brain Health

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AdultOTSLPAgingBrain InjuryDementiaMental HealthSports and ExerciseStroke
This handout covers a variety of lifestyle choices that support brain health.
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Clinical Reference

Dementia Staging

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AdultOTSLPDementia
This resource outlines the stages of dementia using the Functional Assessment Staging Tool (FAST Scale) for dementia, as well as provides considerations for intervention and interacting with individuals at each stage designed for clinicians, family members, and caregivers.
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Clinical Reference

Ambiguous Loss

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryDementiaMental Health
This resource provides information on ambiguous loss for the clinician and has a handout portion to provide to clients and their family or caregivers covering tips for detailing with ambiguous loss.
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Handout

Strategies for Navigating Dizziness

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBalance/Vestibular/FallsBrain InjuryStroke
This handout provides strategies for navigating dizziness and vertigo.
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Therapy Material

Refilling Medications

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAgingBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
This therapy material works on skills required for refilling medications.
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Handout

Exercise Activities for Older Adults

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AdultOTAgingBalance/Vestibular/FallsSports and Exercise
This handout describes various exercise activities appropriate for older adults.
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Handout

Physical Requirements for Driving

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AdultOTADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryNervous System ConditionsSpinal Cord Injury
This handout covers what physical skills are required for safe driving. Part of the driving series including Visual Requirements for Driving.
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