Coming up with OT fieldwork in-service ideas can be tough. For a list of 13 ideas for adult rehab fieldwork, we've got you covered here.
Curious what a Level II OT fieldwork looks like? Sharign what to expect when diving into occupational therapy fieldwork!
New to occupational therapy in the orthopedics setting? We've got you covered with all of the precautions here so you'll feel prepared!
If you're new to physical agent modalities and aren't sure where to begin, look no further! This list will cover all PAMs that you may encounter in practice
Fieldwork is an amazing experience that will shape you as an OT. Here's how you can start preparing for your Level II Fieldwork!
Occupation based treatment ideas feel like they should come easy, but sometimes we find barriers to getting creative and finding the occupations that are
When blood flow to certain regions of the brain is cut off from a stroke, that particular communication center no longer relays messages to corresponding parts of the body. So, as with all stroke issues, the problem begins in the brain but becomes aggravated by the weakening of the body part itself. The key to rehabili
The theraputty programme is for children who have fine motor difficulties and have poor postural motor control.
In this article, we're covering the most common occupational therapy medical abbreviations that you will need to know for documentation.
Precautions and complications in acute care quick reference printable PDF for occupational therapists, OT or COTA students, or other rehabilitation therapists in the hospital/SNF/ Inpatient rehab care setting. This four page resource is great for new grads or fieldwork students to keep handy on a clipboard or hung at their desk. It includes weight bearing precautions, post operation (post op) precautions, common complications and their cause, symptoms, precautions, and appropriate treatment response, and pressure injury stages. Note: This PDF Guide is also included in my listing "Acute Care Quick Reference Guide for Occupational Therapy".
This Blog and Infographic will review tonic reflexes, their significance if the reflex persists beyond the typical age range, and the possible impact on a child’s functioning and role performance. Last but not least, this blog will suggest therapeutic interventions that are known to help inhibit the activation of tonic reflexes and advance postural control as a foundation for optimal functioning.
Use these wrist range of motion exercises to improve wrist ROM, wrist stability and use during functional activities.
If you're an OT becoming a fieldwork clinical instructor for the first time, here are some helpful tips to ensure a successful experience.
Pediatric developmental milestones quick reference printable PDF for occupational therapists and occupational therapy students. Perfect for new grads or fieldwork students to keep handy to reference age-appropriate skills for evaluations! Three options included in the download - one black and white version, and two color versions! After purchasing, your PDFs will be available to download under the “purchases and reviews” section of your account: https://www.etsy.com/your/purchases **Instructions: Make sure printer is set to to “FIT TO PAPER” or “PRINT ENTIRE IMAGE” so it does not print too large or too small.** Please message me if you have any questions or need assistance! Print quality will depend on the type of printer and paper used. Printed colors may vary due to differences in monitor and printer calibrations. THIS IS A DIGITAL PRODUCT, SO YOU WILL NOT BE SENT ANYTHING IN THE MAIL.
Looking for occupational therapy activities using free or household materials? This list of OT activities supports development of OT goals.
Five Fun Activities with Dyna Discs! Dyna Disc activities for children to address balance, strength, motor planning & posture!
Need an ADL treatment idea for dressing? Try this theraband dressing technique! Work on the components of dressing when you can't actually do it.
Assessment of Pusher Behavior with Burke Lateropulsion Scale (BLS) to identify positions that produce Pusher Behaviors (i.e. Supine, Sitting, Standing). This will help drive interventions and under…
Allen Cognitive Levels (ACL) show 6 levels of functional cognition and level of assistance needed ranging from Coma to “Normal."
PRAIRIE DU SAC — More than 795,000 adults living in the U.S. have a stroke each year. In 130,000 cases, the stroke is fatal, according to the Centers for Disease
