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Working Memory
Working MemoryWhat is working memory?Working memory, often referred to as the brain's "scratch pad," is a crucial cognitive function responsible for temporary storage and manipulation of information needed for various cognitive tasks. However, deficits in working...
Upper Body Exercises for Occupational Therapy
Dementia Treatments in Buffalo NY
Dementia Treatments Interventions Grounded in Science716-235-3013Amherst, NY Teletherapy Inquiry FormWhen it comes to dementia treatments, your brain matters - but so does your story. Your personal story is just as important as what's happening in your brain when it...
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Parkinson’s Disease General Information
Parkinson's Disease General Information General Overview of Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, most commonly those over the age of 60, although it can occur in younger individuals as well....
Parkinsons Disease Interventions
Parkinson's Disease Interventions Parkinson's Intervention in Rehabilitation Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and is characterized by symptoms such as tremors, stiffness, slowness of movement, and difficulty with balance and...
Copy Skills Shapes Constructional Praxis
Copy Skills: Shapes Constructional Praxis Copy Skills: Shapes worksheets focusing on constructional praxis are essential resources in occupational therapy, particularly for individuals seeking to improve their spatial perception and fine motor abilities....
Dashed Lined Single Shapes – Constructional Praxis
Dashed Lined Single Shapes - Constructional Praxis Dashed lined shapes worksheets focusing on constructional praxis are invaluable tools in occupational therapy, particularly for individuals needing to enhance their spatial perception and constructional abilities....
Figure 8 Series – Constructional Praxis
Figure 8 Series - Constructional Praxis The Figure 8 series worksheets focusing on constructional praxis are invaluable resources in occupational therapy, particularly for individuals aiming to enhance their spatial perception and fine motor skills. Constructional...
Pressure Wounds Handout
Pressure Wounds Handout Pressure wounds, also known as pressure ulcers or bedsores, are injuries that occur when prolonged pressure on the skin disrupts blood flow to underlying tissues and common concern in healthcare, particularly among individuals with limited...
Principles of Neurorehabilitation after a Stroke Based on Motor Learning and Plasticity
Principles of Neurorehabilitation after a Stroke Based on Motor Learning and Plasticity In the landscape of stroke rehabilitation, the principles of neurorehabilitation grounded in motor learning and plasticity serve as indispensable guides on the path to recovery....
Hemorrhagic Stroke vs Ischemic Stroke
Hemorrhagic Stroke vs Ischemic Stroke In the realm of stroke rehabilitation, understanding the nuances between hemorrhagic stroke and ischemic stroke is essential for tailoring effective rehabilitation interventions to the unique needs of each individual. While both...
Flexor Synergy vs Extensor Synergy Patterns
Flexor Synergy vs Extensor Synergy Patterns Flexor synergy and extensor synergy patterns are fundamental concepts in rehabilitation that play a crucial role in understanding and addressing motor impairments following neurological injury. This comprehensive guide...
How can you help your spasticity?
How can you help your spasticity? Spasticity is a common and often challenging symptom experienced by individuals with neurological conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and spinal cord injury. Characterized by involuntary muscle contractions...
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The Vertebral Column
The Spine Overview
Posture
What should you expect in this lesson on posture? Introduction to Posture Postural Analysis Common Problems with Posture Interventions for Posture Postural Intervention Continuums
Balance
What is the difference between balance and stability? Balance Balance = Equilibrium without acceleration It is the FUNCTION behind structural stability during movement or occupational engagement. The PRACTITIONER determines whether they are working on the "body...
Range of Motion and Manual Muscle Testing
Nervous System
Everything that allows a human to engage in occupational performance with adaptive typical movements stem from the nervous system. It is the charge of the occupational therapy practitioner to know the nervous system and the mechanisms by which it functions. The OTP...
Musculoskeletal System
Bones and Muscles. Knowing how the musculoskeletal system functions on a structural and physiological level is imperative to helping an individual maximize their participation in every day activities (activities comprising the 9 domains of occupation). Lesson...
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Stage 2 Phase 2 – Enrichment
https://vimeo.com/694684587/9ebaf39dbe Enrichment is the action of enhancing the value of someone or something. By opening your posture and presenting your questions, you are accepting that you can not achieve your full potential by yourself. You required the...
Stage 2 Phase 1 – Establish Community
https://vimeo.com/694682765/5b0733bb80 Establish community is the first phase of collaboration. Your community is a place for encouragement, enrichment, and engagement within a professional network and you will experience each of these elements during this portion of...
Stage 1 Phase 1 – Assess
https://vimeo.com/694655322/0854cc5660 Assessments (Evaluations, progress notes, re-certifications) There are two types of assessments. The broader term “assessment” includes evaluations, progress notes, and re-certification notes). Then there are objective...
Stage 1 Phase 4 – Teach
https://vimeo.com/694666174/a37298260b Wow! You made it to the final phase of Stage 1, Teach. Let’s acknowledge that, regardless of adult practice setting, you don’t get unlimited minutes with your patients. Because one of the 9 domains of occupation is health...
Stage 1 Phase 2 – Write
https://vimeo.com/694660564/4eda138aa5 Now that you have learned all of the evaluation and assessment tools that the BOT Portal has to offer, let’s develop a better understanding of the tools it offers to improve the writing responsibilities of the occupational...
Stage 1 Phase 3 – Treat
https://vimeo.com/694664459/b4296615b3 One of the primary reasons people join and remain with the BOT Portal is the access to treatment ideas that are actually being implemented and reimbursed. Welcome to the Treat phase of Content Mastery. The BOT Treatment...
Common Problems of Intrinsic Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis IntroductionSystemic autoimmune disorder, cause unknownCommonly affects the joints of the hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders, hips, and anklesSymptoms: include fatigue, joint pain, inflammation, edema, warmth, and rednessDistinctive...
Motions, Structures, & Functions of the Hand
General Information on the Hand Remember, the intrinsic motions of the hand are influenced by the entire upper extremityIf working with an individual who has lost intrinsic hand movement due to a neurological ailment, you must work proximal to distal for...
OT Management of Shoulder Conditions
(WATCH OUT! Ensure to rule out cervical pathology before treating shoulder pain) [15] Immobilization Phase EducationEmphasize precautions and contraindication at this stage, such as those for shoulder AROMSling/shoulder immobilizerCryotherapy (or icepacks)Therapeutic...
Common Diagnoses of the Shoulder
Lesson 2 - Lecture 6 : Common Pathologies of the Shoulder https://vimeo.com/647046402 Tip: Look at each one of these diagnoses and consider a treatment path/continuum (evidence-based) for your future client. Take time to read this page and don't just let the clock run...