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La Deglutizione – Disfagia – in Italiano

August 15, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This dysphagia handout provides a quick, simple visual guide to the anatomy/physiology of the swallow mechanism. It repeats information that you have provided them, giving them a chance to process the information over time and follow up with questions about dysphagia. It also allows their loved ones and friends to get a sense for what’s […]
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A Deglutição – Disfagia – in Português

August 15, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This dysphagia handout provides a quick, simple visual guide to the anatomy/physiology of the swallow mechanism. It repeats information that you have provided them, giving them a chance to process the information over time and follow up with questions about dysphagia. It also allows their loved ones and friends to get a sense for what’s […]
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El Tragado – Disfagia – in Español

August 15, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This dysphagia handout provides a quick, simple visual guide to the anatomy/physiology of the swallow mechanism. It repeats information that you have provided them, giving them a chance to process the information over time and follow up with questions about dysphagia. It also allows their loved ones and friends to get a sense for what’s […]
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La Déglutition – Dysphagie – in Français

August 15, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This dysphagia handout provides a quick, simple visual guide to the anatomy/physiology of the swallow mechanism. It repeats information that you have provided them, giving them a chance to process the information over time and follow up with questions about dysphagia. It also allows their loved ones and friends to get a sense for what’s […]
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Occupational Therapy and Community-Based Practice

August 3, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This course will provide basic information on working in community-based practice settings with individuals from marginalized populations. Principles of occupational justice and use of the occupational justice framework will be addressed, along with a blueprint for getting involved in this area of practice.
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Rethink Cognitive Rehab: Assessment & Treatment for Executive Functioning

August 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This course will discuss the speech pathologist’s role in cognitive rehab, how to assess for executive dysfunction outside of the standardized assessment box, and treat using best practice guidelines according to the literature. By using real-life case examples, attendees will discover how to implement a person-centered approach to cognitive therapy using evidence-based treatments.
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Knee Brace Indications and Instructions

August 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout outlines what knee braces may be used for and how to use them. It is intended to be an evidence based handout for patients. Budarick, A. R., Bishop, E. L., Clark, M. L., & Cowper-Smith, C. D. (2021). Preliminary evaluation of a new orthotic for Patellofemoral and Multicompartment knee osteoarthritis. Rehabilitation Research and […]
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Standing Habituation Instructions for Standing Intolerant Low Back Pain

August 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This intervention piece is intended to teach people with standing intolerant low back pain how to slowly improve this tolerance over time. It draws from current research. Nelson-Wong, E., Gallagher, K., Johnson, E., Antonioli, C., Ferguson, A., Harris, S., Johnson, H., & Miller, J. B. (2020). Increasing standing tolerance in office workers with standing-induced back […]
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10 Item OSPRO-YF Tool

August 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
The OSPRO-YF is helpful for screening for psychological yellow flags. There are three variations to this tool, and the 10 item variation balances time efficiency with accuracy. This resource includes the 10 questions for the 10 item variation of the OSPRO-YF that can be shared with patients. It also links to the evaluation website to […]
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Lower and Middle Trap Exercise Progression

August 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This document outlines a progression of strengthening for the middle and lower trapezius. Each activity should be performed correctly prior to progressing. Exercises will likely be performed for multiple repetitions. Shirley Sahrmann (2016). Diagnosis and treatment of movement impairment 9780801672057. US Elsevier Health.
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