OT resources

1,275 printable resources for occupational therapists: patient and caregiver handouts, therapy materials, clinical references and evaluation tools, written and reviewed by practicing clinicians. Each one is ready to print and use in a session. The full library is included in a Therapy Insights membership.

Handout

Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTStroke
Help patients understand what neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) is, why it may be used during occupational therapy, and what they can expect during treatment.
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Clinical Reference Handout

Shoulder Exercise Program Based on the STOMPS Protocol

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTChronic PainSeating and MobilitySpinal Cord Injury
Help manual wheelchair users reduce shoulder pain with an evidence-based program of stretching and strengthening exercises inspired by the STOMPS protocol. This resource includes a therapist guide with clinical considerations and a patient handout with simple exercise illustrations that can be used during treatment or as a home exercise program.
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Therapy Activity

Hockey Play-by-Play: Tracking Changing Information

Print Resource — US Letter — 6 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
Follow a fast-paced hockey game while targeting executive functioning skills such as sustained attention, working memory, organization, and cognitive flexibility. This engaging play-by-play activity challenges clients to track goals, penalties, and key game events before applying their reasoning and self-monitoring skills through post-game discussion and cognitive debrief.
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Handout

Beyond Exercise: Fun Ways to Stay Active

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTAgingCardiovascular DiseaseOrthopaedicsProgressive Neurological ConditionsSeating and MobilitySports and Exercise
Help individuals discover meaningful ways to be active by starting with what they enjoy rather than focusing on traditional exercise. This handout helps therapists guide conversations about matching movement to a person’s interests, adapting activities to fit changing abilities, and experimenting with enjoyable ways to stay active.
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Handout

Avoiding Red Lights: Pacing for Progress

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryChronic PainOrthopaedicsProgressive Neurological ConditionsStroke
Many people don’t realize they’ve done too much until they’re already dealing with a difficult recovery. This handout helps individuals identify their own early warning signs (“yellow lights”) and experiment with responding sooner to build more sustainable activity patterns.
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Handout

Your Concussion Recovery Roadmap

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain Injury
Help patients understand what concussion recovery may look like over the days and weeks after an injury using current, evidence-based recommendations. This handout combines a flexible recovery timeline with practical planning strategies to help patients set realistic expectations, pace their return to daily activities, and make temporary adjustments while their brain heals.
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Clinical Reference

Talking About Money After Illness or Injury: A Clinical Guide

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryStroke
Financial tasks can feel deeply personal after an illness or injury, making it important to start with conversation before moving into assessment or practice. This clinical guide helps you create a safe, person-centered approach to financial rehabilitation.
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Therapy Activity

Friendship Skills: Everyday Social Situations

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
PediatricOTSLPAutismExecutive FunctionLanguage Development
Help children practice navigating everyday social situations involving friendship, personal space, consent, and kindness using simple visual scenarios that encourage discussion and perspective taking. This resource gives therapists an engaging way to teach respectful social interactions, support social problem-solving, and reinforce skills that children can apply in school, home, and community settings.
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Eval Tool

Pediatric Feeding Evaluation Questionnaire

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
PediatricOTSLPFeeding and Swallowing
This feeding evaluation questionnaire helps gather meaningful information about a child’s feeding history while also exploring family culture, previous therapy experiences, communication, priorities, and values. Designed to foster collaborative, family-centered care, it supports more personalized goal setting and helps begin the evaluation with a deeper understanding of each family’s unique experiences and needs.
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Handout Therapy Activity

Preparing for Difficult Conversations

Print Resource — US LETTER — 3 PAGES
PediatricOTSLPAutismExecutive FunctionLanguage Development
Help teens prepare for challenging conversations with teachers, parents, coaches, employers, friends, and other important people in their lives. This handout and activity guide teens through a structured planning process that supports self-advocacy, perspective-taking, and clear communication before discussing a difficult topic.
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