Orthopedics Archives – Page 2 of 10

Functional Alternatives to Theraputty

October 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This resource provides examples of functional ways to address hand strength and coordination as an alternative to theraputty.

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What is an Elbow UCL Strain?

September 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This handout helps people with elbow UCL strains understand their injury and what to expect with rehabilitation.

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Joint Protection for Arthritic Hands

July 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This handout offers strategies and education on using joint protection techniques for those with arthritis in their hands.

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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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Should I Use Hot or Cold?

June 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This document outlines the use of heating and cooling agents to treat health impairments. It provides explanations of various thermal agents and when to use which type of thermal agent.

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Carpal Anatomy and Diagnostic Resource for Clinicians

June 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This resource for clinicians outlines the anatomy of the carpal bones and signs/tests for common carpal bone problems.

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Sleeping Positions for People With Spinal Pain

June 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This handout helps people with back pain find comfortable sleeping positions based on their directional preference to movement.

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Subacromial Trauma

June 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This handout covers the risks of causing subacromial trauma in clients with hemiplegia and is intended for use with family and staff members.

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Abdominal Precautions

April 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This simple handout can be used for patient and family education on following abdominal precautions.

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Performing ADLs with Abdominal Precautions

April 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

This resource can be used for clinicians or patients following abdominal surgery to safely complete various ADLs.

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