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Adaptive Sports

July 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout outlines different adaptive sports to encourage wheelchair users to engage in leisure activities.
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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This scoping review considered articles published in peer-reviewed journals or unpublished dissertations and theses that directly investigated the use of the Kawa model. A total of 10 research articles and three unpublished dissertations met the criteria and were critically reviewed for thematic analysis.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 its […]
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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.
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Abdominal Precautions

April 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This simple handout can be used for patient and family education on following abdominal precautions.
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Wheelchair Types

April 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
Compare different types of wheelchairs and determine which type is the most appropriate for your client using this guide.
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Car Transfers

March 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
Improve client community engagement by learning about a variety of car transfer techniques, including slide board transfers, horizontal transfers, stand pivot and squat pivot transfers.
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Community Re-integration in a Wheelchair

January 31, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This resource covers different strategies to maximize independence in the community for wheelchair users. It includes topics such as navigating community obstacles, equipment for community engagement, and independence in the grocery store.
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Effect of Bathroom Aids and Age on Balance Control During Bathing Transfers (2017)

January 16, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Fall risk during bathtub transfers has two major sources: People must negotiate (1) a high obstacle (the bathtub rim) while coping with (2) a potentially slippery surface. To counter the high falls risk during bathing transfers, grab bars and bathmats are commonly recommended. In the absence of grab bars, people may use the wall or […]
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