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The Effect of Exercise on Cancer-Related Fatigue in Cancer Survivors: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (2018)

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This study sought to determine the effect of exercise compared to non-exercise for managing cancer related fatigue (CRF) in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) examining cancer survivors. It also examined different kinds of exercise in different types of cancer. A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines. To be included, RCTs had to […]
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Effect of Wheelchair Mass, Tire Type and Tire Pressure on Physical Strain and Wheelchair Propulsion Technique (2013)

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Shoulder pain is exceedingly common for individuals with lower limb disability that require a manual wheelchair. Researchers in the Netherlands sought to identify easily changeable factors of wheelchair structure that could facilitate easier motion with less energy. The goal was to determine what things could be changed to ultimately decrease shoulder pain and overall discomfort.There […]
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IADL Charades

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This therapy material offers a creative way to address sequencing and mobility on the topic of IADLs.
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Using Occupational Therapy Process Addressing Sleep-Related Problems in Neurorehabilitation: A Cross-sectional Modeling Study (2021)

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
The research team developed a questionnaire consisting of 12 questions investigating demographic information and current practice in addressing sleep-related problems in neurorehabilitation units, including OT assessments and treatment. Ordinal logistic regression analyses were performed to examine the relationships of each variable. The final model demonstrated that writing sleep-related goals more often was positively related to using […]
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The Respiratory Defense System

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout explains how the lungs have a natural protection system to remove unwanted particles from the nasal cavity and lungs.
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Speech Therapy Interventions for Acquired Apraxia of Speech: An Updated Systematic Review (2023)

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
AOS often occurs from a stroke but can also be caused by a tumor, brain injury, or degenerative disease. The impairments AOS causes can result in difficulties with planning and programming sensorimotor commands necessary for speech production. This systematic review aims to update the work done by Ballard et al. (2015) to evaluate the current […]
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What is an Elbow UCL Strain?

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout helps people with elbow UCL strains understand their injury and what to expect with rehabilitation.
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Strengthening and Optimal Movements for Painful Shoulders (STOMPS) in Chronic Spinal Cord Injury: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2011)

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Arm pain is very common for individuals after a spinal cord injury (SCI). Specifically, shoulder pain is experienced in up to 70% of individuals after SCI. Common conditions are subacromial impingement and rotator cuff pathology. Because individuals with a SCI are exceedingly reliant on their arms, surgery is frequently not an option. The objective of […]
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