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The Dynamic Use of the Kawa Model: A Scoping Review (2022)
<p>This scoping review considered articles published in peer-reviewed journals or unpublished dissertations and theses that directly investigated the use of the Kawa model. A total of 10 research articles and three unpublished dissertations met the criteria and were critically reviewed for thematic analysis. The thematic analysis identified the following themes regarding the Kawa model and […] <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>
Resource Roadmap Show – OT – #04
<p>This course covers how to use the following resources from the Therapy Insights library: Kawa Model, Overstimulation after Brain Injury, Subacromial Trauma, Rehabilitation Settings, Minimum Wage Activity. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: Innovative Treatment Strategies
<p>Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a devastating progressive neuromuscular disease. Knowledge of the advances in equipment, technology, and therapeutic interventions help guide treatment for patients facing ever-changing challenges. This course will review the specific recommendations, equipment, and technology focused on keeping patients engaged in meaningful activities. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>Inadequate Fluid Intake in Long Term Care Residents: Prevalence and Determinants (2018)
<p>Previous research suggests that half of the LTC residents may be dehydrated. Dehydration is a form of malnutrition. The treatment of other illnesses can be complicated by dehydration including urinary tract and pulmonary infections, kidney stones, hyperthermia, constipation, orthostatic hypotension, and thrombo-embolic compilation. About 60% of LTC residents are hospitalized for dehydration complications and are […] <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>Impact of Expiratory Strength Training in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (2016)
<p>The authors had 25 participants who were diagnosed with probable or definite ALS, according to the Revised El-Escorial criteria. All of the participants demonstrated reduced maximum expiratory pressure (MEP) when compared to normative data for his/her gender and age. The forced vital capacity was also greater than 60% for all the participants. The authors used […] <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>
Sialorrhea (Drooling)
<p>This handout describes the particular challenges of sialorrhea, or excessive salivation, brought on by various conditions in the adult population. The first page describes the condition and its causes. The second page offers an explanation of treatment options. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>
Dysphagia Exercises for ALS
<p>New research that has found physical activity is not a risk factor for individuals with ALS. When strictly monitored exercise programs are used, they have positive psychological and physiological effects with mild and moderate ALS. This handout will provide some suggested exercises to help your patient’s needs. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Speech Therapy
<p>ALS is a progressive nervous system disease that does not have a cure. Speech therapy can help maintain the quality of life for the person’s communication, respiratory, and swallowing abilities throughout the disease progression as a part of the multidisciplinary team. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>