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Laugh and Move: Frenkel’s Exercises for Ataxia with a Fun Twist

October 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

This resource provides an exercise progression for the lower limbs to target coordination, proprioception, and balance, including those with ataxia or other coordination and/or balance concerns.

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Physical Requirements for Driving

January 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

This handout covers what physical skills are required for safe driving. Part of the driving series including Visual Requirements for Driving.

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Knee Replacement and Occupational Therapy

July 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This handout provides education on safety, adaptive equipment, considerations for discharge after a knee replacement, and the role of occupational therapists.

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Symptoms and Differentiation of Leg Pain

April 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This document outlines common causes and symptoms of leg pain. Use the document as a quick resource for differential diagnosis of leg pain.

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Range of Motion Norms

December 1, 2022 by Ashley Zhinin.

Quickly refer to this reference for range of motion norms when assessing different parts of the body.

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Stiffness After Total Knee Replacement

January 9, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This handout outlines what may cause a stiff knee after total knee replacement, strategies that may help, and what patients can expect if they have this problem.

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OT Considerations Following Total Knee Replacements

January 1, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This handout gives an overview of the OT scope of practice as it relates specifically to a total knee replacement. Includes explanation of what will be expected from OT treatment as it relates to daily tasks, adaptations, training, safety awareness, and equipment needs. Also includes simple tips and reminders.

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Typical Synergy Patterns

December 31, 2021 by Megan Berg.

This document outlines common flexion and extension synergy patterns.

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How To Squat With Good Technique

December 26, 2021 by Megan Berg.

The squat is a foundational movement that can be used to strengthen the quadriceps, glutes, and lower back muscles. Squatting with good technique can be helpful to make sure the correct muscles are being used and to ensure that it does not cause pain. This intervention piece is a useful tool that can be included with home exercise programs to outline the correct technique when performing a double leg squat.

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Hamstring Strains: What to Expect

December 25, 2021 by Megan Berg.

Hamstring injuries are common in all populations but account for a large portion of non-contact injuries in athletes such as soccer players. This handout outlines what hamstring injuries are, how they occur, how long to expect to recovery, and a simple way to determine readiness to return to sport.

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