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Therapy Material

Identifying Relevant vs. Irrelevant Information: An Attention Activity

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AdultOTSLPAttentionBrain Injury
This therapy activity challenges an individual to determine what information is relevant or irrelevant to the passage’s main idea. Video on how to use this resource:
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Therapy Material

Time Pressure Management for the Treatment of Information Processing Speed

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AdultOTSLPAttentionBrain InjuryVisual Processing
This resource provides education on the hierarchy of decision-making for the successful use of time pressure management (TPM) and how to train patients to use TPM to compensate for slowed information processing speed. Video on how to use this resource: Winkens, I., Van Heugten, C. M., Wade, D. T., & Fasotti, L. (2009). Training patients […]
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Handout

Should I Get a Meniscectomy?

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AdultOTKneesOrthopaedics
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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Handout

Minimizing the Concurrent Training Interference Effect

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AdultOTSports 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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AdultOTNervous 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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AdultOTNervous 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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Handout

What is Heterotopic Ossification?

Handout — US Letter — 1 letter
AdultOTOrthopaedicsStrains
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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AdultOTADLs/IADLsArm/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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Strategies

Wheelchair Management in the Snow

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AdultOTCaregiverSeating and MobilitySpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource covers strategies for managing a wheelchair safely in the snow. Video on how to use this resource:
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Adaptive Tech

Vehicle Modifications and Adaptive Equipment

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AdultOTArm/HandFeetKneesNervous System ConditionsOrthopaedicsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource covers different types of adaptive equipment and modifications that can be made to vehicles to improve driving after injury or illness. Video on how to use this resource:
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Handout

Alternatives to Shoes with Laces

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AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsArthritisCaregiverStroke
This handout details several shoe alternatives to tennis shoes with laces. Video on how to use this resource:
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Handout

The Importance of Standing

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AdultOTGuillain BarréMultiple SclerosisNervous System ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This handout is intended for those who have low mobility and may need to use a standing frame, or who need extra motivation to work toward standing strength and/or tolerance. Video on how to use this resource:
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Therapy Material

The Five Components of Dysarthria

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AdultSLPMotor Speech/Dysarthria/Apraxia
This resource explores the five components considered when a speech therapist evaluates and treats dysarthria. Video on how to use this resource:
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Therapy Material

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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Clinical Reference

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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Handout

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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Handout

Impairments of Occipital Lobe Strokes

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AdultOTSLPStrokeVisual 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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Handout

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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Handout

Tips for Keeping Your Cartilage Healthy

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AdultOTHip/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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Handout

Heart Rate Variability Monitoring

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AdultOTSLPSports and Exercise
This handout is helpful for anyone looking to use heart rate variability monitoring for health and wellness purposes. Video on how to use this resource: NSCA -National Strength & Conditioning Association, French, D., & Ronda, L. T. (2021). NSCA’s essentials of sport science. Human Kinetics Publishers. Nuuttila, O., Seipäjärvi, S., Kyröläinen, H., & Nummela, A. […]
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