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Get Moving BINGO

November 30, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
his material uses the classic bingo-style game with exercises to provide a fun way to participate in group exercise classes.
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Incentive Spirometer

June 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource provides basic education about incentive spirometry, including who should use an incentive spirometer, its benefits of use, how to use it, and normative values.
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Cycle of Inactivity

December 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This piece describes the cycle of inactivity and provides a visual illustration.
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Seasons Themed Exercise Pack

October 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.
This therapy material can be used for group exercise, and mobility, with cognition breaks. It’s designed in four seasonal themes to add a fun twist!
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How Can OT Help You Manage COPD?

December 25, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This handout for educating clients and caregivers includes common pain points for those newly managing COPD. Training includes what COPD is, basic energy conservation, pacing, and task simplification with ADL and home management examples, how to manage oxygen tubing, and incorporating a daily exercise routine.
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Difficulty Swallowing

December 23, 2021 by Megan Berg.
Many patients diagnosed with COPD struggle with swallowing. This is frequently related to the coordination of respiration and swallowing. This handout outlines what COPD is and how it affects swallowing. It includes several strategies for patients to try that are aimed at improving this coordination and reducing signs/symptoms of dysphagia.
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