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This quick guide provides not only the instructions but the scoring sheet as well.

This is an article from AOTA that provides quick facts about the role of OT in oncology.

On AOTA Website

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.

This article gives a good list of typical hand therapy techniques. I think that this makes a quick reference for therapies.

This really helped me prepare for Splinting lab, and gave concise tips for the process. Carrie said a lot of the same things, but I like how this is put together.

This article provides a quick fact list about helpful tips when forming a splint. This will be a handy resource if working in an orthopedic setting.

This is a quick visual you could provide a patient with hip precautions. It provides a good example of what not to do.

I'm not sure what population would benefit most from this, maybe children with fine motor problems? It is a faster way to tie your shoes, with less steps.

Quick resource for average ROM measurements.

This article is about a man that knew he needed a hip replacement, but dreaded the long recovery of having one. He talked with a surgeon that recommended using an anterior approach for his surgery because it required much less muscle to be cut through. As a result of using the anterior approach, he had an extremely quick recovery and was able to resume all his favorite actives.