Adult resources

1,838 printable resources for adult patients and clients, for speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists and physical therapists: handouts, therapy materials, clinical references and evaluation tools. The full library is included in a Therapy Insights membership.

Tabletop Dysphagia Cue Cards

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
These handy dysphagia cue cards are designed to be discretely placed at dining tables to remind patients of dysphagia precautions. The cue cards feature a graphic of swallow anatomy/physiology and have blank spaces for SLPs to include specific personalized swallow strategies.
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Handout

Swallow Therapy for Anterior Spillage

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
Anterior spillage can be an embarrassing reality for people experiencing reduced labial seal. This handout describes the anatomy and physiology of the orbicularis oris and outlines exercises and strategies to address this impairment.
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Therapy Activity

Swallow Exercises Tracking Sheet

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
Swallow exercise tracking sheet. Write the name of the exercise + instructions. Patients can use squares to cross off exercise repetitions.
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Clinical Reference

Swallow Strategies Decision Tree

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultSLPDysphagia
This guide augments clinical decision making with a pathway for which swallow strategies to choose based on clinical observation. While this is not a black and white answer key to the many unique cases of dysphagia, it is a starting point to consider when working through each case.
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Handout

Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultSLPAphasiaCaregiver Supports
Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia (SCA) is an approach created by the Aphasia Institute to demonstrate the competence of a person with aphasia through a communication partner.
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Support Cards for Individuals with Dementia

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPDementia
These business-card sized wallet cards provide information about the dementia severity, ways to support communication and daily activities, and important personal information about the person with dementia.
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Supplemental Oxygen Management

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTRespiratory
Returning home from rehabilitation with new orders for supplemental oxygen can be difficult. This is a complex challenge for new learning because it is medical management training, but also addresses safety awareness, balance, and dexterity. This resource describes the operation of a concentrator and portable oxygen tank for patient training, and addresses the management of oxygen tubing during mobility for practice during a therapy session. 
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Clinical Reference

Structured Therapy Tasks for Smooth Pursuit Eye Movement

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryVision
This handout describes three structured therapy tasks that can be completed with basic office products and an iPad to address unilateral visual neglect.
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Handout

Strategies to Reduce the Risk of Hamstring Strain

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTOrthopaedicsSports and Exercise
This resource outlines evidence based training strategies to reduce the risk of hamstring strain.
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Handout

Strength Training Recommendations After Stroke

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AdultOTStroke
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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