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Huge thanks go to our two guest contributors for their summaries of the #OTalk on Sexuality. #OTalk: Discussing sexuality in OT practice (completed by @michelliwelli) 21 February 2012 One of the first questions that were asked was whether sex is an occupation. There was agreement that it was an occupation despite Kielhofner's previous assertions that...

I found this question, on the AOTA web site, of whether OT practitioners could assess a clients gait while assessing mobility. It indicated the possibility of crossing into PT's scope of practice but also included ways and why certain assessments can be incorporate in the scope of OT through functional mobility.

Stress management Occupational therapists aim to assist their clients to achieve stress reduction and improve occupational performance through evidence-based and practical interventions. Research has shown that stress and anxiety management strategies improve quality of life during stressful life experiences such as adjusting to changed life roles (e.g. parenthood or illness).

I found this article very helpful for people with arthritis. This guide gives you tips on how to do everyday tasks with arthritis and be pain free. Many people suffer from this and it would be beneficial to them! "You can do it easier! Find practical, everyday solutions for managing your household, gardening, cooking, beauty and more."

I know we don't get a lot of free time as students, but when I have free time I like to relax with a good movie. The AOTA made a list of 14 movies that have OT applications. Pretty cool way to relax, and incorporate what we are learning in class.

According to AOTA, almost 1 in 5 people over the age of 65 have survived cancer. Lymphedema, a secondary problem caused by cancer, is often not addressed by physicians. However, occupational therapy can address this issue and improve quality of life for these individuals. Just another very important way that occupational therapy can make a difference.

The growing number of people with cancer has increased the need to services such as lymphedema therapy, hospice, and palliative care. OT can help in so many ways. Who needs help "living life to the fullest" each and every day more than someone with such a grim prognosis?

This article talks about how cancer care and oncology is an emerging practice for OT. We help clients get control of their lives back by helping them gain or maintain function in their daily lives. Their lives aren't just about existence (fighting cancer) but about living.

The Role of Physical Agent Modalities in Therapy Occupational therapists in the process of completing the requisite education and training may offer advance practice services, however, it must be under the supervision of either an occupational therapist certified in the advanced practice area, physical therapist (for hand therapy and/or physical agent modalities), speech language ...

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!

Links include information on state occupational therapy practice acts and regulations. Resources include reference charts on scope of occupational therapy practice, and state requirements regarding continuing competence, OTA supervision, and referral.

I really liked this article because it goes into detail about several different PAMs. But it also goes on to explain in more detail how it should be used as a preparatory activity, and also has different principles to follow when administering or when giving certain tasks to others. I think this is definitely a very good article to have access to that talks about all aspects of using PAMs in therapy.

Helpful list of some energy conservation techniques we can use in our practice

A skit from students about occupational based therapy.

cute!

OTs and OTAs as ergonomic consultants. Article in OT Practice 2000 written by an OTR who is the owner of Ergonomic Consultants in Asheville NC

This is a short video demonstrating the use of a simulator which enables the client to practice movements prior to returning to work or other activities. Apparently the machine has several interchangeable parts to mimic different tasks. Notice that the data collected from the simulator is displayed on a computer monitor for quick feedback. This technology is mentioned on pp. 602-03 in our Early text.

Home Mobility - Practical application of bed mobility, dressing techniques on the bed and in the wheelchair, bathroom accessibility and modification.

A quote says "The ability to conduct posture assessments in the workplace can assist with the prevention and control of musculoskeletal disorders." This short blurb contains a link to download the recently released report on workplace ergonomics

Who would have thought a National Council on Aging! There are all kinds of resource linked to this sight. I can see how this could be a great resource for those who are aging or caring for those who are. If you scroll down to the section on "I want to stay healthy" you can click on a list of ways to "restart living." This section helps those who may need to re-evaluate their life and provides direction to encourage them to recognize that they still have something to live for

This is a great site for the older adult or caregiver to find numerous resources. From money management, transportation, job searches, fall preventions and much more. I know I will refer to it in my future practices and thought I would share.