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Build-Ups

April 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource covers a variety of uses for build-ups, as well as different types of build-ups.
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Cranial Nerve Treatment Options

March 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout gives a general overview of the nerve functions and treatment options. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of treatment options since every approach is specific to the injury. Goyal, H., & Koley, S. (2021). Comparison of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation and Neuromuscular Re-education with Conventional Treatment and Home Based Exercise Plan […]
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Car Transfers

March 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource covers strategies for performing car transfers.
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Botox for the Nervous System

March 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
Do you have patients with spasticity? Botox can help with the reduction of spasticity for those with impaired nervous systems. This document helps patients, caregivers, clinicians, and students understand how Botox is used therapeutically. Awan K. H. (2017). The therapeutic usage of botulinum toxin (Botox) in non-cosmetic head and neck conditions – An evidence based […]
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Greater Cognitive-Motor Interference in Individuals Post-Stroke During More Complex Motor Tasks (2022)

March 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This study included 41 individuals from the Miami area. Of the 41 subjects, 17 were placed in a healthy control group and 24 were placed in a post-stroke group. All individuals in the post-stroke group were considered in a sub-acute phase of stroke with a mean duration from onset of 5 months. The measures assessed […]
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Using Subthreshold Vibratory Stimulation During Poststroke Rehabilitation Therapy: A Case Series (2022)

January 31, 2022 by Megan Berg.
One approach to enhance motor recovery is using sensory stimulation as a therapy adjunct to facility changes in the primary motor cortex and associated motor output. A novel sensory stimulation was recently developed using a wearable wristband to apply subthreshold random-frequency vibratory stimulation to the paretic wrist during therapy. This stimulation does not interfere with […]
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Pushing Behavior

January 31, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This resource provides therapists a background of pushing behavior, quick assessments, and treatment ideas.
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Manual Dexterity is Associated with Use of the Paretic Upper Extremity in Community-Dwelling Individuals with Stroke (2021)

January 31, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Participants for this study included a final count of 80 individuals. These individuals were located in the region, were 18 years or older, experienced a stroke at least 6 months prior to the study, had hemiparesis, no cognitive impairment, were able to ambulate, and had no other condition that would interfere with the use of […]
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Using the Science of Habits to Promote Healthy Behaviors Across Practice Settings

January 18, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Chronic diseases are on the rise, and occupational therapists can play a crucial role in addressing the primary risk factor for developing chronic diseases, personal behaviors. These personal behaviors, otherwise known as performance patterns, include habits, routines, rituals, and roles. Performance patterns can either support or hinder occupational performance and play a significant role in […]
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