Bed Mobility and Transfers 1. The patient will independently turn side to side within the bed three times during each 8-hour shift over the next two weeks to prevent pressure ulcers and improve overall comfort and well-being. 2. The patient will independently perform a sit-to-stand transfer from the bed to a chair with minimal verbal … Read more
Learn how to transition and begin your practice as an occupational therapist in early intervention for children 0-3 years with this evidence-based guide.
List of early intervention programs by state for occupational therapy.
OT licensing in muiltiple states has always been a whole thing. Not anymore! The new OT LICENSURE COMPACT makes it easy to practice in multiple states for those that participate. Learn more…
The OT salary survey now has improved features including questions for unions and additional notes. Check out the salary in your area and submit yours to help advocate for the OT profession.
Contraindications for stretching include recent fractures that are still healing, acute inflammation, active infections, tissue trauma such as hematomas, pain with joint movement, the presence of a bony block limiting joint motion, joint hypermobility, stretching leading to joint instability, or compromising an individual’s functional abilities. Learn more about why each is contraindicated for occupational therapy.
What are Righting vs Equilibrium vs Protective Reactions? See a comparison table and learn how to incorporate occupations into the assessment process concerning patient’s righting reactions, equilibrium reactions, and protective reactions in real-life contexts. Techniques described include breaking down occupations (activity analysis), creating simulated environments, and gathering subjective input to develop targeted interventions and enhance patient functional performance and safety.
Should you perform and document manual muscle testing (MMT) on patients who have hypertonicity and spasticity? How should you document it if you do not perform it? What should you use instead and how can you measure progress as an occupational therapist? Conditions this applies to include Parkinson’s and Cerebral Palsy.
Overview of the role of the OTA in screening, evaluation, assessment, interventions, transition services, and collaboration with OTs, and advocacy in physical disabilities.
1. Abstract thinking: The student will develop abstract thinking skills to understand and apply concepts or ideas that are not concrete or directly observable. 2. Adaptive equipment and strategies: The student will learn to use adaptive equipment or strategies to accommodate physical or cognitive challenges and maximize independence in daily activities. 3. Assistive technology: The … Read more