RSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

The name coronavirus is derived from the Latin word corona meaning crown, Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that infects the lungs

Chalazion VS Stye: A chalazion is basically a small lump that becomes visible on the upper and lower of the eyelid. A stye is also known as hordeolum

Here we discussed Dementia stages & symptoms. Dementia is a wider category of brain diseases. Long term memory loss causes Alzheimer's

Which diet plan is suitable for me? Its not anymore unanswered. Keto diet is one of the popular diet plans these days. Diet plans for healthy weight loss

We briefly described role of probiotics in maintaining gut health & how do probiotics work. What are natural sources & symptoms of unhealthy & healthy gut

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that accelerates the rate at which your skin cells grow. An effective method to treat psoriasis is phototherapy or light therapy.

Psoriasis is an auto-immune illness that affects almost three percent of the world's population. People who suffer from psoriasis experience a great deal of skin irritation and discomfort.

Basic Principles of Splinting Splint in and of itself is an art form. Each splint is created, molded and should fit each unique patient. These are just some basic principles to splinting.

This is an articulate lesson on evaluation, treatment planning, positioning and splinting for clients with burns on different areas of the body.

This is a link to a learning module on splinting and positioning of patients with UE burns in the acute phase.

This is a really good reflection on the impact of OT specifically in amputation and from the client's perspective.

Because rotator cuff repairs can be extremely complex, rehabilitation is often extensive, lasting three to six months. To rehabilitate patients, occupational therapists use activities that mirror the demands of the patients' occupations -- unlike physiotherapists, who use exercises as the primary means of rehabilitation. However, occupational thera...

Because rotator cuff repairs can be extremely complex, rehabilitation is often extensive, lasting three to six months. To rehabilitate patients, occupational therapists use activities that mirror the demands of the patients' occupations -- unlike physiotherapists, who use exercises as the primary means of rehabilitation. However, occupational...

This article provides information on some preparatory exercises you can do with a client who has had a rotator cuff injury.

Talks about the role of OT practioners regarding sexuality and disability.

Role of OT practitioners regarding sexuality and disability.

This article discusses the unique role of OT in sexuality and the PLISSIT model as well.

This link provides a good acronym to help you remember the for signs and symptoms of heart attack.

This is a cheezy rap about the flow of blood through the cardiopulmonary system that could help someone remember the sequential flow of blood through the heart and body.

This is another good video of a house that has had various modifications for WC accessibility and it also makes mention of a magnetic conduction stove and the safety benefits of them, which I found interesting.

This is an interesting article that discusses phantom limb pain and a the benefits of mirror therapy for pain management.

This article explains what targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR) is for UE prostheses, the functional capacity increase over conventional myoelectric controlled UE prostheses, and OT's role in rehab with this type of device and patient.

If you need an inspiring story to watch...watch this! "My therapy is my medicine"

Just in case you were wondering what the benefits of using Diigo are ;)

Standard Precautions represent the minimum infection prevention measures that apply to all patient care. These evidence-based practices are designed to both protect healthcare personnel and prevent the spread of infections among patients. Ambulatory care facilities need to develop specific strategies to control the spread of transmissible diseases specific to their setting. This includes early detection and management of potentially infectious patients.

Universal Precautions are actions that you take to place a barrier between yourself and potentially infected body fluids. This fact sheet goes on to further show what you can do to keep yourself safe.