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Effect of Wheelchair Mass, Tire Type and Tire Pressure on Physical Strain and Wheelchair Propulsion Technique (2013)

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Shoulder pain is exceedingly common for individuals with lower limb disability that require a manual wheelchair. Researchers in the Netherlands sought to identify easily changeable factors of wheelchair structure that could facilitate easier motion with less energy. The goal was to determine what things could be changed to ultimately decrease shoulder pain and overall discomfort.There […]
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Effect of Assistive Devices on Hand and Arm Posture During Activities of Daily Living (2019)

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Aging and various pathologies reduce hand mobility and grip strength, decreasing the performance of ADLs and independence. ADs are generally designed to compensate for reduced physical abilities. OTs are tasked with indicating the most suitable product for each patient; however, this is often a difficult decision with limited research available. This study aimed to analyze […]
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Remodeling Math Activity

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This therapy material works on mathematical calculation skills through a home remodeling lens. This material is intended to be a higher level cognitive challenge.
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IADL Charades

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This therapy material offers a creative way to address sequencing and mobility on the topic of IADLs.
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ADL Storage Labels

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource offers simple and clear pictures for labeling spaces in the home (e.g. dresser full of clothes, kitchen drawers) to increase independence for clients with decreased memory.
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Using Occupational Therapy Process Addressing Sleep-Related Problems in Neurorehabilitation: A Cross-sectional Modeling Study (2021)

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
The research team developed a questionnaire consisting of 12 questions investigating demographic information and current practice in addressing sleep-related problems in neurorehabilitation units, including OT assessments and treatment. Ordinal logistic regression analyses were performed to examine the relationships of each variable. The final model demonstrated that writing sleep-related goals more often was positively related to using […]
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The Respiratory Defense System

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout explains how the lungs have a natural protection system to remove unwanted particles from the nasal cavity and lungs.
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Daily Visual Schedule Templates

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
These templates allow patients to create a personal visual schedule for themselves. They can be daily reminders of what needs to be done or help with motivation for everyday tasks.
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