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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 […]
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Managing Cancer Related Fatigue

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout provides tips to help people with cancer manage their fatigue. Thong, M. S., Van Noorden, C. J., Steindorf, K., & Arndt, V. (2020). Cancer-related fatigue: Causes and current treatment options. Current Treatment Options in Oncology, 21(2). Mustian, K. M., Alfano, C. M., Heckler, C., Kleckner, A. S., Kleckner, I. R., Leach, C. R., […]
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The Dynamic Use of the Kawa Model: A Scoping Review (2022)

June 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This scoping review considered articles published in peer-reviewed journals or unpublished dissertations and theses that directly investigated the use of the Kawa model. A total of 10 research articles and three unpublished dissertations met the criteria and were critically reviewed for thematic analysis.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 […]
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Kawa Model

June 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This therapy material uses the Kawa Model as an intervention in order to educate about the role of occupational therapy, and help with goal setting and motivation. Video on how to use this resource: Carmody, S., Nolan, R., Ni Chonchuir, N., Curry, M., Halligan, C., & Robinson, K. (2007). The guiding nature of the kawa […]
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Predictors of Hospital Readmissions for People with Chronic Conditions (2023)

May 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This study included a cross-sectional sample of people hospitalized with chronic conditions (51 participants) and a preliminary exploration of occupational therapists’ (Three OT practitioners working in acute care) perceptions of standardized measures in acute care. People hospitalized and 18 years of age or older with an admitting chronic diagnosis were invited to participate. The Montreal […]
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Emergency Preparedness with a Disability

March 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout covers different elements of being prepared for emergency situations given changes due to the new onset of a condition for a caregiver and/or patient. Video on how to use this resource:
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Advancing Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilities and Chronic Health Conditions in the Community: A Scoping Review (2020)

February 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
People with disabilities experience challenges because of disabling environments and exclusion daily; however, this impact is intensified when the entire community is destabilized, such as during emergencies. In such cases, people with disabilities are disproportionately impacted, experiencing higher rates of injury and death as well as increased challenges during response and recovery. The purpose of […]
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The Importance of Personal Hygiene

February 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout details why engaging in personal hygiene tasks is important for the client and is appropriate for people with cognitive impairments/delay or with mental health challenges.
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Occupational Therapy: An Essential Component of Support for Young Children with Cancer (2022)

November 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
The authors established a hospital-based early intervention (EI) clinic with a multidisciplinary team to meet the unique developmental needs of infants and toddlers with cancer. The OT evaluation included an assessment of the child’s occupational history and experiences, patterns of daily living, interests, and the family’s values, needs, and contexts, and a standardized assessment of […]
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