Handout resources

969 handouts for SLPs, OTs and PTs, organized by diagnosis and population. Every one is written and reviewed by practicing clinicians and ready to print. The full library is included in a Therapy Insights membership.

Handout

How to Create an Orientation Station

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBrain Injury
This handout provides concrete and visual strategies to create an “orientation station” at home that will help provide individualized and consistent orientation and memory cues to reduce anxiety and compensate for impairments.
This content is only available to members.
Handout

How to Complete Oral Care

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
This handout is designed for staff, patients, family, and caregivers to improve the quality of oral care and reducing the risks associated with oral bacteria in the body.
This content is only available to members.
Handout

How Speaking Valves Work

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagiaVoice
This handout is designed for speech-language pathologists working with patients and families with tracheostomies who want to understand how speaking valves work. The handout features basic anatomy of voice, as well as basic eligibility requirements and safety precautions.
This content is only available to members.
Handout

How Damage to the Recurrent Laryngeal Nerves Affects Swallowing and Voice

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagiaVoice
This handout provides a visual depicting the unique pathway of the recurrent laryngeal nerves from the brainstem, around the heart, and up to the larynx. The handout describes the purpose of cranial nerves as well as the specific functions of the vagus nerve and recurrent laryngeal nerves. The handout features a list of symptoms that patients may experience with damage to these nerves.
This content is only available to members.
Handout

How Can OT Help You Manage COPD?

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOT
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.
This content is only available to members.
Handout

Hidden Dangers for People with Dysphagia on Thickened Liquids

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
This handout is designed for patients, caregivers, and staff to illustrate where “hidden” thin liquids may pose a risk for people with dysphagia on thickened liquids. While not a comprehensive list, this handout highlights ice, straws, frozen treats, soup, and saliva, laying out the reasons why these things may pose an increased risk of aspiration and offering alternative solutions to reduce this risk.
This content is only available to members.
Handout

Hiatal Hernia, Reflux, and Dysphagia

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
This handout provides an overview of the anatomy/physiology of a hiatal hernia as well as how this injury relates to reflux and dysphagia. This handout helps provide a concrete visual explanation for a very esoteric concept as related to dysphagia rehabilitation.
This content is only available to members.
Handout

Hereditary Ataxias and Dsyphagia

Print Resource — US Lettera — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
This handout describes what ataxia is, what its signs and symptoms are, and provides a description of treatment options.
This content is only available to members.
Handout

Good Vocal Hygiene Habits for Children

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
PediatricSLPLanguage Development
This handout outlines three elements that contribute to overall vocal hygiene, including environment, hydration, and vocal rest. The handout is appropriate for staff, parents, and caregivers.
This content is only available to members.
Handout

Getting Through the Day with Energy to Spare

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTADLs/IADLs
This handout helps patients establish strategies to optimize energy throughout the day while completing ADLs. The handout is broken down into dressing, grooming/hygiene, and bathing/showering.
This content is only available to members.