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.

Clinical Reference

A Precautionary Tale of Hip Precautions

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTOrthopaedics
Do hip precautions prevent dislocations after surgery? All evidence points to: Nope. Load up on all of the evidence-based research on this topic and be a leader in your facility and your community to move towards person-centered, evidence-based care when it comes to hip replacement recovery.
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Handout

Making the Most Out of Your Long-term Cancer Hospitalization

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsCancer
Inspire your patients to engage in OT during long-term hospital stays with this handout. Instead of discharging these patients from occupational therapy care, there is great opportunity to provide meaningful intervention and connection during a lengthy hospital stay. OT intervention can promote dignity during a very challenging time.
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Therapy Activity

Cognitive Strategy Rehearsal Activity: Scanning Dog Food Labels

Print Resource — US Letter — 7 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStrokeVision
Practice implementation of aids/strategies to compensate for cognitive impairments with real-life activity determining which type of dog food has the least amount of low-nutritional value and/or harmful ingredients.
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Clinical Reference Handout Therapy Activity

A Collection of Call Light Signs

Print Resource — US Letter — 8 pages
AdultOTSLPBalance/Vestibular/FallsBrain InjurySpinal Cord InjuryStrokeVision
Printable call light signs of various sizes for various populations as well as safety tips for interdisciplinary teams for call light placement and other considerations.
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Therapy Activity

Una Colección de Señales de Luz de Llamada

Print Resource — US Letter — 8 pages
OTSLPBalance/Vestibular/FallsBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
This resource provides Spanish language call light signs to help patients understand when and how to ask for help in hospital settings. It supports safer routines by pairing visual cues with consistent staff setup and interdisciplinary coordination. Find this resource in English here.
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Handout

Los Nervios Craneales y la Deglución

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
OTSLPDysphagia
This Spanish-language resource explains how cranial nerves support swallowing and what changes may occur when they are damaged. It helps therapists provide clear, accessible education to patients and caregivers about the neurological basis of dysphagia. In English here.
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Clinical Reference

Sex and Intimacy — LGBTQIA+

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStrokeWomen's Health
This clinical reference outlines what therapists need to know when addressing sex and intimacy with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+.
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Handout

Getting Around Your Community (Low Vision Resource)

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPVision
Target strategies and tips for improving access and navigation in one’s community with this handout.
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Handout

Long COVID

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPRespiratory
Equip your patients with the knowledge of common symptoms, co-conditions, and risks related to long COVID.
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HEP Therapy Activity

Shoulder Elevation Progression

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTOrthopaedics
This resource provides evidence-based therapeutic exercises to progress clients who are unable to safely or correctly elevate the shoulder against gravity. It contains an easy-to-follow HEP as well as details forward elevation for the practitioner.
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