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Parkinson’s Disease Bundle for Occupational Therapy

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  • PD Interventions - Buffalo Occupational Therapy

    Parkinson's Disease Interventions

    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 coordination. While there is currently no cure for Parkinson's disease, there are various Parkinson's Disease interventions available to manage symptoms and improve quality of life for individuals living with the condition.Pa

  • Symptoms of Parkinsons - Buffalo Occupational Therapy

    Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease Patient Handout

    Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease primarily show up through motor symptoms that affect movement and non-motor symptoms that impact daily life. The key motor symptoms of Parkinson's Disease include:

    Tremors: Often starting in the hands or fingers and occurring at rest.
    Muscle Stiffness: Making movements slow and rigid.
    Bradykinesia: Slowed movement that makes it hard to start and complete voluntary movements.
    Postural Instability: Impaired balance leading to an increased risk of falls.
    Changes in Gait: Shuffling steps or freezing episodes where movement suddenly stops.

  • Stages of PD 2 - Buffalo Occupational Therapy

    5 Stages of Parkinson's Disease Handout

    Understanding the 5 stages of Parkinson's Disease can help individuals and their families anticipate changes and plan for appropriate care and support. While there is currently no cure for Parkinson's, early diagnosis and proactive management can help improve quality of life and slow the progression of the disease.

  • Life Space Theory Illustration - Buffalo Occupational Therapy

    Life Space [ Lifespsace] Theory Illustration

    Download the 'Life Space' pdf to have a handout to offer after patient education or as a way to remind yourself of the importance of addressing your patient's life space.

  • PEOP Illustration - Buffalo Occupational Therapy

    Person Environment Occupation Performance Model PEOP

    Spastic hemiplegia, characterized by increased muscle tone and stiffness on one side of the body, often results from a stroke or brain injury. Occupational therapy plays a crucial role in managing this condition by utilizing various researched methods to inhibit abnormal muscle tone and guide the brain in relearning motor patterns. Techniques such as deep breathing exercises help promote relaxation and reduce muscle tension, while deep tendon compression applies firm pressure to specific tendons to encourage muscle relaxation. Weight-bearing activities, such as pushing against a wall or bearing weight through the arms, also promote tone inhibition. Stretching exercises, including passive, active-assisted, and self-stretching, help increase flexibility and reduce muscle stiffness.

  • Parkinsons Disease Program Ideas - Buffalo Occupational Therapy

    Parkinson's Disease Program Ideas for Clinician and Patients

    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 coordination. While there is currently no cure for Parkinson's disease, there are various Parkinson's Disease interventions available to manage symptoms and improve quality of life for individuals living with the condition.Pa

  • Multi Modal Treatment Overview 1 - Buffalo Occupational Therapy

    Explain your OT Treatment Holistic Perspective

    Download the pdf for  “Multi-Modal Treatment Overview” for a printable packet to use with your patient or students to explain how occupational therapy can impact many body functions, structures, and performance skills in one intervention. It is extremely important to understand the concept because this is the core of the occupational therapy process.

    (2) Printables: 1 illustrates the skeleton to convey what part of the body you are addressing, and 1 is a more holistic perspective of 'the whole person' and what the treatment may be doing to produce results.

    This PDF will help you discuss the comprehensive vantage point of the occupational therapy practitioner:

    • Executive Function
    • Vision
    • Trunk
    • Shoulders
    • Upper Limbs
    • Pelvis
    • Lower Limbs
    • Base of Support

  • Self Home Assment - Buffalo Occupational Therapy

    Self-Home Assessment for Neurodegenerative Conditions

    Take this self-home assessment if you or a loved one are living with a neurodegenerative condition. Ensuring that your home is safe and accessible is crucial for maintaining independence and quality of life. Our comprehensive 6-page Self-Home Assessment for Neurodegenerative Conditions is designed to help you identify potential hazards and make necessary modifications in your home. This resource provides detailed checklists, practical recommendations, and valuable insights to create a safer living environment tailored to your specific needs.

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Parkinson’s Disease Bundle for Occupational Therapy

Improve your occupational therapy practice with our comprehensive Parkinson’s Disease Bundle of PDF resources designed to improve general understanding about the condition  This essential collection includes easy-to-understand guides, practical tools, and educational materials to support both therapists and patients. Each resource is tailored to provide clear understanding and effective intervention strategies, helping you deliver personalized and holistic care.

This Parkinson’s Disease bundle features the “Parkinson’s Disease Interventions” guide, which offers proven strategies and activities to address both motor and non-motor symptoms. The “Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease Patient Handout” is a simple document that helps patients and their families recognize common symptoms and understand the disease. Additionally, the “5 Stages of Parkinson’s Disease” PDF outlines the progression of Parkinson’s, helping with patient education and care planning. To enhance mobility and independence, the “Life Space” resource provides tips on creating safe and supportive living environments. Understanding how a person interacts with their environment is crucial.

The “Person-Environment-Occupation-Performance Illustration” is a visual tool that explains the holistic view of occupational therapy, showing how all parts of a patient’s life work together. The “Written Summary of Parkinson’s-Based Ideas” gives a quick overview of practical and therapeutic approaches. The “How to Explain Your Holistic Perspective” guide helps therapists explain the value of a complete care approach to patients and caregivers. Lastly, the “Self-Home Assessment Template” helps patients assess and modify their living spaces to improve safety and accessibility, promoting greater independence and quality of life.

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