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 Handout

What is Heterotopic Ossification?

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AdultOTOrthopaedics
Although heterotopic ossification is rare, it can significantly impact care and return to a prior level of function. This document is meant as a resource for patients.
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Therapy Activity

Grooming Nails

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AdultOTADLs/IADLsArthritisNervous System ConditionsOrthopaedicsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource offers different compensatory strategies and adaptive equipment for improving independence with grooming nails.
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Wheelchair Management in the Snow

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AdultOTCaregiver SupportsSeating and MobilitySpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource covers strategies for managing a wheelchair safely in the snow.
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Vehicle Modifications and Adaptive Equipment

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AdultOTNervous System ConditionsOrthopaedicsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource covers different types of adaptive equipment and modifications that can be made to vehicles to improve driving after injury or illness.
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Handout

Alternatives to Shoes with Laces

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AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsArthritisCaregiver SupportsStroke
This handout details several shoe alternatives to tennis shoes with laces.
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Handout

The Importance of Standing

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AdultOTNervous System ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This handout is intended for those who have low mobility and may need to use a standing frame, or who need extra motivation to work toward standing strength and/or tolerance.
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Therapy Activity

Environmental Swallowing Considerations for People with Dementia

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AdultOTSLPDementiaDysphagiaHome Modifications
There are many adjustments that care partners can implement to improve the feeding environment for people with dementia.
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Handout

Model of Attention

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AdultOTSLPBrain Injury
This resource defines the distinct yet interrelated subcomponents of attention.
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Handout

Impairments of Occipital Lobe Strokes

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AdultOTSLPStrokeVision
This resource provides basic education regarding functional impairment related to occipital lobe strokes.
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Telehealth-Guided Virtual Reality for Recovery of Upper Extremity Function Following Stroke (2023)

AdultOTStroke
Breakdown of Findings: The study was a rater-blinded randomized control trial with participants assigned to the GRASP HEP treatment group (9 participants) or a usual and customary care control group (9 participants). All participants had a history of right or left hemispheric stroke affecting normal hand function. The GRASP system incorporates the SaeboVR therapy software, […]
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