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The Dynamic Use of the Kawa Model: A Scoping Review (2022)

Published by <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This scoping review considered articles published in peer-reviewed journals or unpublished dissertations and theses that directly investigated the use of the Kawa model. A total of 10 research articles and three unpublished dissertations met the criteria and were critically reviewed for thematic analysis.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

Published by <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>

Predictors of Hospital Readmissions for People with Chronic Conditions (2023)

Published by <p>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 […] <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>

A Systematic Review of the Effects of Horticultural Therapy on Persons with Mental Health Conditions (2017)

Published by <p>Horticultural therapy (HT), defined in this review as using plants as a therapeutic medium by a trained professional, including occupational therapy practitioners, to achieve a clinically defined goal, includes any use of gardening techniques within a therapeutic program. This review addressed the following question: Do individuals with a mental health condition who receive HT significantly […] <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>

Symptoms and Differentiation of Leg Pain

Published by <p>This document outlines common causes and symptoms of leg pain. Use the document as a quick resource for differential diagnosis of leg pain. Video on how to use this resource: Goodman, Heick, Lazaro, (2018) Differential Diagnosis for Physical therapists 6th edition. Elsevier. <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>

A Systematic Review of the Effects of Horticultural Therapy on Persons with Mental Health Conditions (2017)

Published by <p>Horticultural therapy (HT), defined in this review as using plants as a therapeutic medium by a trained professional, including occupational therapy practitioners, to achieve a clinically defined goal, includes any use of gardening techniques within a therapeutic program. This review addressed the following question: Do individuals with a mental health condition who receive HT significantly […] <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 – #02

Published by <p>This course covers how to use the following resources from the Therapy Insights library: Child-Rearing, Gardening with OT, Performing ADLs with Abdominal Precautions, Abdominal Precautions, Wants vs. 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>

Growth Mindset

Published by <p>This handout covers the growth mindset which can be used to improve motivation and self-esteem during the rehabilitation process. Video on how to use this resource: <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>

Gate Control Theory of Pain in Practice

Published by <p>This resource briefly covers the theory and how it benefits individuals coping with chronic pain. Video on how to use this resource: Mendell, L. M. (2014). Constructing and deconstructing the gate theory of pain. Pain®, 155(2), 210-216. <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>

Nutritional Supplements and Strategies for Neuropathic Pain

Published by <p>This handout outlines several nutritional strategies that can be useful for people with neuropathic pain. Video on how to use this resource: Allison, D. J., Thomas, A., Beaudry, K., & Ditor, D. S. (2016). Targeting inflammation as a treatment modality for neuropathic pain in spinal cord injury: A randomized clinical trial. Journal of Neuroinflammation, 13(1). […] <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>