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Rotator Cuff Tear

January 5, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout aims to educate clients on the anatomy of the rotator cuff and explains how, where, and why rotator cuff tears happen.
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Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty

January 5, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout provides information on reverse total shoulder arthroplasty surgery, post-operative precautions, and general rehabilitation guidelines.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis

January 5, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This client handout explains the rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis, the progression of symptoms, management techniques, and the role of therapy.
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Reduce the Risk of Stroke With Occupational Therapy

January 5, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout includes recommendations to reduce risk of CVA, to be used as an educational material for those patients who are at higher risk. Occupational therapy takes a holistic view of patient treatments and can help find ways to stay healthier longer, because these risks can affect safety, discharge planning, and overall quality of life.
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Optimizing Safety During Pet Care

January 5, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Handout includes several ideas for reduction of fall risk during pet care, including raised feeders, sitting to feed, finding assistance, and ways to manage walking a dog to improve safety and independence with this vital home management task.
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Recognizing Caregiver Fatigue

January 5, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This resource provides coping methods for caregiver fatigue and a list of resources that may be helpful.
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Readiness for Change

January 5, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout provides clinicians with a visual representation of the stages of change based on the transtheoretical model of change and can be used with clients to encourage self-reflection and initiate a discussion on behavior change. 
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Common Cardiopulmonary Medications

January 4, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This resource highlights some of the most common cardiopulmonary medication types and provides insight on how those medications may affect treatment.
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Quick Guide to Proper Wheelchair Positioning

January 4, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This visual guide serves as a quick reference for determining proper wheelchair positioning. A great piece to post in a wheelchair storage room and/or use for caregiver education as an initial screening tool to determine if therapy intervention may be warranted.
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