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The Posterior Cerebellum is Involved in Constructing Social Action Sequences: An fMRI Study (2019)

January 13, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Previous research with healthy adults— using fMRI technology—has demonstrated strong activation between the cerebellum and cerebral cortex during the understanding of social events and behaviors. This study wanted to expand upon Van Overwalle et al (2019) research that used picture sequencing (using cartoon drawings) with “false belief ” tasks. These tasks require a person to […]
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Your Whole Body Rehabilitation Therapy Team

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Speech, occupational, and physical therapists make a powerful interdisciplinary team that works together with patients to make recovery possible. This handout is designed to help patients, family, and staff understand the unique and interrelated roles that each discipline encompasses.
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Constraint Induced Movement Therapy

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout explains the constraint induced movement therapy approach, including appropriate diagnoses, protocols, outcomes and benefits, and where to find continuing education on constraint induced movement therapy. The handout is targeted for patients, families, and caregiving support staff.
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What is a Cerebellar Stroke?

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout includes overview of a cerebellar stroke including symptoms, causes, statistics, and treatment, to use for client, family, and caregiver education.
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Tips for Successful Pivot Transfers

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This is a handout for caregivers of someone requiring max assist with transfers outlining best practices and safety during a pivot transfer.
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The Role of the Insula in the Brain

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
The insula is the underrated part of the brain unknown to many. It is responsible for many vital pieces of our daily activities such as our self-awareness, emotions, some senses, contributes to motor control, and complex speech. This handout provides knowledge about this important part of the brain.
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The Lighthouse Strategy for Visual Scanning Training

January 9, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This resource is an educational tool to improve visual scanning through the use of the lighthouse strategy. Research has found that implementation of this strategy with individuals who experience unilateral neglect improved safety and performance with route-finding, as well as with problem-solving tasks.
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Task Analysis as an Intervention

January 9, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This resource offers a sample for task analysis, as well as a blank template with provided examples or the option to create your own.  
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Strength Training Recommendations After Stroke

January 9, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Strength training can have considerable beneficial effects after having a cerebrovascular accident (stroke). This handout summarizes the current best evidence recommendations for improving function through strength training after stroke. It is useful for those who have had strokes and for the healthcare professionals who work with people who have had strokes.
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Strategies for Improving Unilateral Neglect

January 9, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout includes 12 specific strategies to improve unilateral neglect. It is designed for therapists helping patients trial various strategies in order to establish which ones work successfully for them on an individual basis.
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