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Effectiveness of the Graded Motor Imagery to Improve Hand Function in Patients with Distal Radius Fracture: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2018)

January 16, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Neuro Rehabilitation from a DRFx can be complicated by prolonged recovery time, pain, and decreased mobility. Pain is one of the major risk factors inhibiting recovery. In severe cases, patients can develop complex regional pain syndrome (CPRS), a chronic pain condition. Therefore, pain management is essential in the early stages of the rehabilitation of DRFx. […]
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Occupational Therapist-Delivered Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy for Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Pilot Study (2018)

January 16, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Randomized Pilot studyThere were 57 participants initially, 46 completed the program Inclusion criteria: Community-living adults 50 or olderKnee Osteoarthritis as defined by American College of Rheumatology (ACR)Knee pain reported to be at least 3/10 on 50% of days within a 3 mo period Exclusion criteria: Severe physical or psychiatric impairmentInvasive procedures for KOA in the […]
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Self-Management Strategies Used by Patients Who Are Hypersensitive to Cold Following a Hand Injury. A Prospective Study with Two Years Follow-Up (2015)

January 16, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Cold hypersensitivity is a common symptom of upper-extremity nerve injuries. Cold hypersensitivity is associated with an abnormally low tolerance to cold and can affect hand function and activity performance. Previous studies have identified strategies used to manage cold-induced discomfort but do not explore patients’ preferred strategies over time. Study design A prospective cohort study design […]
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Wrist Extensor Compartments Anatomy and Tendinopathy Considerations

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Wrist extensor tendinopathies are a less often encountered diagnosis in rehabilitation settings. It can be difficult to determine the best course of action when evaluating the dorsal wrist tendons. This evaluation tool outlines the location of different extensor tendon compartments in the hand and common pathologies seen in each compartment.
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Calcific Tendonitis

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Calcific tendonitis can affect tendons throughout the body, especially in the rotator cuff. It can cause significant pain for those who experience it. This handout is a useful general information handout for clinicians or people who deal with calcific tendonitis. It outlines what calcific tendonitis is and what to expect for those who have this condition.
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SLAP Lesions

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Superior labrum injuries, commonly referred to as SLAP (superior labrum anterior to posterior) lesions, are a frequently encountered injury in rehabilitation settings. This handout outlines what a SLAP lesion is and what to expect- it is an excellent handout for patients to help better understand their condition and the path to recovery.
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Visuals for Hip Precautions

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Understanding hip precautions following a THA are an integral part of a patient’s recovery. These two visual aids are graphically simple, clear, and educational for patients recovering from a THA. Included are antero-lateral hip precautions and posterior hip precautions guides for professional, evidence-based patient and caregiver education. 
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Visual Aids for Toe-Touch Weight Bearing and Non-Weight Bearing (TTWB/NWB) Precautions

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
It is often difficult for a client to remember to follow weight bearing precautions after a fracture or surgery, especially if they have a memory impairment. This customizable clinical resource is a set of TTWB/NWB visual aids to use as a reminder for your clients and their caregivers. Use of a visual aid is a part of the delivery of skilled therapy services, and it can improve outcomes, safety, and carryover during healing.
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Typical Musculoskeletal Tissue Healing Time Frames

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Knowing how long different tissues may take to heal is critical for acute and post operative orthopedic rehabilitation. This resource lists typical tissue healing times based on current research and is a useful resource to help guide rehabilitation.
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Typical Cervical Radiculopathy Presentations

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This resource provides an overview of radiculopathy presentations per level in the cervical spine including weakness patterns and sensory loss/pain patterns.
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