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Numerical Problem Solving with Basketball

February 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
When asking patients about their hobbies and interests to incorporate those when creating person-centered goals, a common response is “basketball.” This activity is made for those basketball lovers to target their numerical problem solving skills related to their favorite sport.
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Counseling Clients With Dysphagia: A Resource for Clinicians (2022)

February 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Counseling is considered an essential skill for SLPs. It addresses people’s negative emotions and thoughts after experiencing cognitive communication and swallowing disorders. Dysphagia can have a negative impact on a person and family member’s quality of life. Various counseling approaches in speech-language pathology research have been used clinically. These include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), rational […]
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Pain Management for the Hemiplegic Shoulder

February 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Reduce pain from hemiplegic shoulders with these pain management strategies. Saikaley, M., Iruthayarajah, J., Pauli, G., Iliescu, A., Wiener, J., Cotoi, A., Fragis, N., Viana, R., Chae, J., Wilson, R., Miller, T., & Teasell, R. (2018). Hemiplegic Shoulder Pain and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome. In R. Teasell (Ed.), Evidence-Based Review of Stroke Rehabilitation (19th ed.). […]
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Assessing Common Reflexes

February 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This document outlines common reflexes and gives you a refresher on how to administer the tests.
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Single-Leg Vertical Hop Test Detects Greater Limb Asymmetries Than Horizontal Hop Tests After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in NCAA Division 1 Collegiate Athletes (2021)

February 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
A cross-sectional study was conducted to compare the limb symmetry index (LSI) of the single leg vertical jump for height (SLVH) compared to single leg horizontal jump tests in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division 1 college athletes after having a unilateral anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). A retrospective review was conducted to examine participants […]
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Dangers of Hypoxemia (Low Oxygen)

February 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout outlines why it is important to monitor your oxygen levels, and why using oxygen is important when it is prescribed by your physician.
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Arterial Insufficiency Ulcers

February 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Use this document to educate your patients and yourself on the risks and management strategies for ulcers and wounds caused by arterial insufficiency.
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