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I was looking for information in AOTA regarding therapeutic exercise and I came across an amazing list of Apps therapists can use. The one App in relation to this post is called Howtodoit therapy. It was developed by an OT and it allows the therapist to create customizable instructions for exercise programs for their clients. This is App is free at the moment. I couldn't find many reviews but I thought it was pretty neat. After checking out this App, look at all of the other Apps listed!

I wasn't sure if you realized this or not but the article you posted is a password protected article and won't let the general public read it. I have a membership and could read it but not everyone will be able too.

I learned about this cool, FREE app, at the TNOTA conference during our students presentation. You basically download it and it allows you to choose a vision impairment (from the list provided) and you can then experience how the client w/that particular vision impairment sees. You can scan your surroundings using your camera feature. It even allows you to control the severity of the symptoms. This tool is not only great for educating yourself, but can be an extremely beneficial tool when educating family members on what their loved one is experiencing on a daily basis.

you can also download using itunes for ipad or i phone as well. (i just happen to have an android)

Doing the app treatment plan for peds made me wonder if there are more apps out there for other clients! I found this on AOTA and it divides up good apps by the different practice areas, peds, mental health, etc....good resource!

This infographic offers information on apps that would be beneficial for an aging population. Two apps that stuck out to me were the "Pillboxie" app that helps with medication management and "Silver Surf" which is an adapted web browser that includes larger navigation buttons and white-on-black graphics which allow for better viewing in all lighting situations.

This website is the National Center for Learning Disabilities. Within the website, there are many apps listed that are available for people with learning disabilities. Some of these include apps to help with writing, math and reading difficulties as well as organizational skills. You can click on an app and find out detailed information about it. If you are looking for information about apps for learning disabilities, this is a great website to visit.

I meant to share this a while ago. This site lists 7 ipad aps that you can purchase for AAC. The prices range from $7.99 to $189 plus the cost of the actually ipad. I still think it's relatively cheaper compared to some of the other AAC devices we've looked at.

This blog shows a lot of great apps that can be used in interventions.

60 Minutes on CBS News: Apps for Autism - Autistic people whose condition prevents them from speaking are making breakthroughs with the help of …IPAD APPS...

This app looks like it may be able to replace some pricier or cumbersome options for low vision..

This website also has Technology for parents and adults. Technology can be a great tool for students (and adults!) who have learning disabilities like dysgraphia or dyslexia that affect their written expression. We've personally reviewed these mobile apps and we know they're LD-friendly. They can make the writing process a bit easier and even fun!

There's an app for that. this can be used by the patient to track their progress for ROM.

resource of all kinds of adaptive equipment/catalog

This app reads your Facebook news to you! How cool is that? It can read it in 19 languages.

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This article was an eye opener for me regarding the hazards of sitting too long and not using proper sitting techniques. I now know now why I have mushy abs and limp glutes! I sit for hours at my computer without taking a break, resting or stretching. I also do not sit in an ergonomic position while at my desk. From this article I gained a great deal of information about how sitting too long can contribute to heart disease, over-productive pancreas, colon cancer, poor circulation in legs, foggy brain, bad back, strained neck, disk damage, mushy abs and limp glutes, just to name a few. It was really surprising to learn how just from sitting too long can create havoc on your organs, muscles and your whole body. Gives you something to think about!

I should put my laptop on the bar and use it standing up once in awhile!

This is a link to a search engine for support groups and resources. You type in your zip code or city,state and what type of program you are looking for and it will tell you if there are any in your area. Options cover a wide variety of topics such as cancer support groups or smoking cessation.