How human anatomy is being taught in entry‐level occupational therapy programs in the United States
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DOI: 10.1002/ase.2226
Abstract: There has been a lack of empirical information regarding anatomy education for occupational therapists (OTs). Insufficient anatomy education can result in underprepared entry‐level OTs, who may then produce increased practice errors and reduced patient care.… read more here.
Keywords: occupational therapy; entry level; anatomy; level occupational ... See more keywords
Disparities in the allocation of inpatient physical and occupational therapy services for patients with COVID‐19
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DOI: 10.1002/jhm.12785
Abstract: Background Survivors of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) experience significant morbidity with reduced physical function and impairments in activities of daily living. The use of in-hospital rehabilitation therapy may reduce long-term impairments. Objective To determine the… read more here.
Keywords: occupational therapy; therapy; therapy referral; allocation inpatient ... See more keywords
[Occupational therapy after complex hand injuries : Remedy with focus on activity and participation].
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DOI: 10.1007/s00113-021-00996-7
Abstract: BACKGROUND Clients with complex hand injuries are considerably restricted in their daily and occupational activities as well as participation in society. OBJECTIVE Presentation and classification of complex hand injuries, description of the important hand therapies… read more here.
Keywords: participation; hand injuries; complex hand; hand ... See more keywords
Canine Assisted Occupational Therapy for Children on the Autism Spectrum: A Pilot Randomised Control Trial
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-020-04483-7
Abstract: Children on the autism spectrum frequently display difficulties engaging with people and with functional tasks. A pilot, randomised control trial was completed to explore the impact of canine assisted occupational therapy on the on-task behaviours… read more here.
Keywords: assisted occupational; autism; control; canine assisted ... See more keywords
From Syringe to Spoon Feeding: A Case Report of How Occupational Therapy Treatment Successfully Guided the Parents of a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Prematurity in an Outpatient Clinic
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DOI: 10.1007/s10803-020-04713-y
Abstract: This case report details how occupational therapy treatment in an outpatient setting successfully guided the parents of a child with autism spectrum disorder and a history of prematurity from restrained syringe feedings to the acceptance… read more here.
Keywords: spectrum disorder; autism spectrum; occupational therapy;
Development of a haptic system for occupational hand therapy
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DOI: 10.1007/s12553-019-00352-1
Abstract: This paper presents a therapeutic haptic system. The platform consists of a hand exoskeleton - actuated by gearmotors - and a virtual interface that operates in conjunction with the Myo armband to collect electromyographic data… read more here.
Keywords: therapy; system; occupational therapy; development haptic ... See more keywords
White matter changes follow low-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation plus intensive occupational therapy for motor paralysis after stroke: a DTI study using TBSS
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DOI: 10.1007/s13760-019-01150-2
Abstract: Intervention that combines low-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and intensive occupational therapy (OT) may improve brain function in post-stroke patients with motor paralysis. We aimed to clarify the brain region involved in motor function… read more here.
Keywords: occupational therapy; low frequency; motor; white matter ... See more keywords
A systematic review into the effectiveness of occupational therapy for improving function and participation in activities of everyday life in adults with a diagnosis of depression.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2020.12.080
Abstract: BACKGROUND Depression is a common mental health disorder, the symptoms of which can disrupt functioning and lead to reduced participation in everyday activities. Occupational therapy is routinely provided for people with such difficulties; however, the… read more here.
Keywords: depression; participation; evidence; occupational therapy ... See more keywords
Occupational therapy for delirium management in elderly patients without mechanical ventilation in an intensive care unit: A pilot randomized clinical trial
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2016.09.002
Abstract: Purpose: Delirium has negative consequences such as increased mortality, hospital expenses and decreased cognitive and functional status. This research aims to determine the impact of occupational therapy intervention in duration, incidence and severity of delirium… read more here.
Keywords: delirium; elderly patients; intensive care; occupational therapy ... See more keywords
Physical and occupational therapy utilization in a pediatric intensive care unit☆
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2017.03.003
Abstract: Purpose To characterize the use of physical therapy (PT) and occupational therapy (OT) consultation in our pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). Materials and methods We studied children aged 1 week–18 years admitted to a tertiary… read more here.
Keywords: care unit; pediatric intensive; intensive care; occupational therapy ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions in acute geriatric wards: A systematic review.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.maturitas.2019.06.005
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To review the evidence on the effectiveness of specific occupational therapy programs in elderly people hospitalized for acute medical pathology. MATERIALS AND METHODS Relevant randomized clinical trials were selected by searching the main bibliographic… read more here.
Keywords: effectiveness occupational; therapy; occupational therapy; review ... See more keywords