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What is an Elbow UCL Strain?

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout helps people with elbow UCL strains understand their injury and what to expect with rehabilitation. Bruce, J. R., & Andrews, J. R. (2014). Ulnar collateral ligament injuries in the throwing athlete. Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 22(5), 315-325. Carr, J. B., Camp, C. L., & Dines, J. S. (2020). Elbow […]
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How To Tape for Lateral Ankle Sprains

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This is a quick reference piece for clinicians or patients outlining how to tape an ankle to reduce the risk of lateral ankle sprains. Video on how to use this resource: Vuurberg, G., Hoorntje, A., Wink, L. M., Van der Doelen, B. F., Van den Bekerom, M. P., Dekker, R., Van Dijk, C. N., Krips, […]
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What is Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy?

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout outlines what proximal hamstring tendinopathy is and what to expect with treatment. Video on how to use this resource: Nasser, A. M., Pizzari, T., Grimaldi, A., Vicenzino, B., Rio, E., & Semciw, A. I. (2021). Proximal hamstring tendinopathy; expert physiotherapists’ perspectives on diagnosis, management and prevention. Physical Therapy in Sport, 48, 67-75. Dizon, […]
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Immediate Effect of Kinesiology Tape on Ankle Stability (2020)

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
The purpose of this study was to determine if kinesiology tape improved ankle stability by increasing activation of stabilizing muscles of the ankle. Twenty-seven male (N=16) and female (N-11) volunteers were recruited. To be included, they had to be over the age of 18 and in good health with no injuries in the legs in […]
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Short-term Effectiveness of Kinesio Taping as Therapeutic Tool in Conservative Treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis (2023)

August 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Breakdown of Findings: Studies had to meet the following inclusion criteria: randomized clinical trials, including patients of legal age with mild, moderate, or severe symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome without associated pathologies, and treating the studied body area with KT, whether or not in combination with other therapies. Thirteen studies were included, comprising 665 participants […]
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Calf Muscle Strains: What To Expect

July 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This is an educational handout for people with calf muscle strains. It outlines the grades of injury and what to expect regarding diagnosis and treatment. Video on how to use this resource: Green, B., McClelland, J. A., Semciw, A. I., Schache, A. G., McCall, A., & Pizzari, T. (2022). The assessment, management and prevention of […]
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Knee Replacement and Occupational Therapy

July 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout provides education on safety, adaptive equipment, considerations for discharge after a knee replacement, and the role of occupational therapists. Video on how to use this resource:
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Joint Protection for Arthritic Hands

July 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout offers strategies and education on using joint protection techniques for those with arthritis in their hands. Video on how to use this resource:
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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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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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