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Therapy Material

Choosing a Homestay or Hotel for Vacation

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
Practice implementation of aids/strategies to compensate for cognitive impairments with real-life activity determining which homestay or hotel best fits your wish list for your next vacation.
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Clinical Reference Eval Tool Handout

Exercise-Induced Laryngeal Obstruction: Handout and Treatment Guide

Print Resource — US Letter — 7 pages
AdultSLPRespiratoryVoice
This material provides information on triggers, prevalence, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of inducible laryngeal obstruction, more specifically exercise or exertion induced. Furthermore, this material includes a clinical reference for the SLP on more specific information regarding treatment of this diagnosis in speech therapy.
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HEP

Core Strength and Stability HEP

Print Resource — US Letter — 7 pages
AdultOTSports and ExerciseStroke
Use this home exercise program to increase core strength and stabilization.
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Handout

Adaptive Bathroom Upgrades With a Stability Focus

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsAgingBalance/Vestibular/FallsHome Modifications
What does an adaptive bathroom look like? Spark a conversation with this sketch that depicts all of the adaptive bathroom upgrades that ensure stability and less likelihood of falls. This handout can be shared with contractors to help visualize installation of grab bars.
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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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Clinical Reference Therapy Material

Teens and AAC: Make it Meaningful

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
PediatricSLPAAC
This resource provides a starting point to increase teen buy-in and engagement with AAC. Tips and activities included.
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Clinical Reference Therapy Material

Job Readiness Skills for Adolescents

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
PediatricOTSLPExecutive FunctionPediatric Brain Injury
This resource briefly outlines ways in which therapists can support job readiness skills in the adolescent population.
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Clinical Reference Eval Tool

Data Tracking and Analysis Across Domains

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
PediatricSLPAACApraxia of SpeechArticulation and PhonologyAutismExecutive FunctionFeeding and SwallowingFluencyLanguage DevelopmentLiteracyPediatric Brain InjuryPediatric Voice
This resource provides a roadmap for data analysis and how to quickly and effectively analyze results to make informed intervention choices.
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Clinical Reference Eval Tool

Data Collection Form for Early AAC Users

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
PediatricSLPAACLanguage Development
Data collection during early AAC introduction is vital in supporting language acquisition as well as to help determine the most appropriate communication system. This form provides a comprehensive data form for providers to use when introducing AAC to early communicators.
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Clinical Reference Handout

Pediatric Symptom to Specialist Referral Guide

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
PediatricSLPFeeding and SwallowingLanguage DevelopmentPediatric Brain InjuryPediatric Voice
The assessment and management of pediatric feeding disorders requires an interdisciplinary lens to ensure long-term successful management. This resource seeks to provide a quick reference guide of symptoms and observations seen in children with feeding and swallowing difficulty to the appropriate referral source.
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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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