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Ejercicios para tragar

June 23, 2025 by Megan Berg.
Este folleto ofrece explicaciones claras y amigables sobre ejercicios de deglución comunes, relacionando cada uno con los síntomas pacientes pueden experimentar. Perfecto para que los terapeutas usan en las sesiones o lo envíen a casa con los pacientes, ayuda a cerrar la brecha entre las recomendaciones clínicas y los desafíos reales de deglución.
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Repetición de estrategias cognitivas: Cálculos de tarjetas de regalo

June 23, 2025 by Megan Berg.
Esta actividad de neurorrehabilitación simula un desafío del mundo real: verificar y usar saldos de tarjetas de regalo con estrategias cognitivas. Es una forma práctica de trabajar la atención, la resolución de problemas y las funciones ejecutivas después de una lesión cerebral.
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Neuro-FAST (Neurological Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists): Subtest of Orientation and Insight

May 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
Introducing Neuro-FAST: Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists Neuro-FAST is a time-efficient, therapist-centered tool designed to assess functional neurological abilities in acute and post-acute care settings. Each subtest is person-centered, incorporating Quality of Life (QoL) measurements, Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs), and a family-friendly, customizable one-page summary for easy communication. The subtests can be used individually or combined to create a more comprehensive assessment tailored to your clinical needs. Version 1.0 is available for initial feedback as we work toward building a full suite of tools for speech and occupational therapy.
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Left Neglect Worksheets

May 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
Help clients strengthen visual scanning, spatial awareness, and attention with these engaging worksheets. From functional grocery lists to map navigation and line bisection tasks, these resources offer practical ways to assess and build essential skills.
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Reading and Comparing CARFAX Reports

May 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource provides a structured way for clients to practice attention to detail, sustained focus, and decision-making using real-world CARFAX reports. Rather than focusing on right or wrong answers, the activity helps clients identify and refine strategies that support their ability to process detailed written information effectively.
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Using the BOLUS Framework in Collaborative Dysphagia Care

May 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource provides a structured approach to applying the BOLUS framework in dysphagia management, helping clinicians assess aspiration-related risks while keeping patient goals at the center of care. Designed for interdisciplinary collaboration, it includes a practical risk assessment checklist and guidance on engaging patients, families, and healthcare teams in shared decision-making.
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Reflux, Swallowing, and Long-Term PPI Use

May 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout helps patients understand the connection between reflux, swallowing, and long-term PPI use while offering practical, evidence-informed strategies for managing symptoms. Designed for therapists to share in clinical settings, it provides a balanced discussion of risks, alternatives, and lifestyle modifications to empower informed decision-making.
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Guide for Troubleshooting One-Way Speaking Valves

May 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This guide offers practical troubleshooting tips for SLPs working with patients using one-way speaking valves, addressing common challenges to improve airway function, phonation, and communication. With a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and individualized care, it provides clear, actionable strategies to enhance patient outcomes and tolerance of speaking valves.
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A New Way to Think About Chronic Pain: The Mind-Body Connection

May 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout introduces patients to the mind-body theory of pain management, exploring the connection between emotions, stress, and chronic pain while acknowledging the complexities of pain neuroscience education. Designed for therapists, it provides a balanced perspective on how this approach can complement traditional pain management strategies, empowering patients with practical tools to explore their own experiences with pain.
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Navigating Treatment Options for Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)

May 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout helps therapists guide patients through the complex landscape of FND treatment options, emphasizing informed choice and individualized care. Use it in therapy to support discussions, validate patient experiences, and empower them to explore what works best for their unique journey.
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