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Contents contributed and discussions participated by Amanda Sproles

Amanda Sproles

Stem cells to save a life - 0 views

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    We have the possible opportunity to literally save a life with just a mouth swab we can see if we match a person who needs some of our stem cells to stay alive. This is a website that we can go to receive a free mail in swab to determine if we can help.
Amanda Sproles

i-limbs - 0 views

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    I-limb digits is the fully customized electronic prosthesis for people with missing fingers or partial hands.
Amanda Sproles

Athletic injuries of the wrist and hand - 0 views

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    This is a little compilation of many of the wrist and hand injuries that can occur. It includes just a brief explanation of what it is and what it can affect.
Amanda Sproles

Management of Arthritis - 1 views

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    I feel this gives a good overview of some of the things that we addressed in class which could be helpful to us and our patients.
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An Occupational Therapist as a Sexual Health Clinician in the Management of Spinal Cor... - 0 views

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    I enjoyed what this article spoke about. It seems to me to have a little of all the things we have spoken about in relation to sexual activity and the basic steps on how we can help our clients. Even though the article was set up for spinal cord injuries I feel the steps could be helpful for a lot more.
Amanda Sproles

Blood Pressure Website - 0 views

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    I liked the video on this page and it has ideas for improving your blood pressure as well. They also work in combination with the Blood Pressure Association to create the site.
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Resource for newly diagnosed or diabled - 0 views

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    I feel this is a great resource for individuals and their loved ones upon initial injury or diagnosis of an illness. It has short explanations about many different common conditions from spinal cord injury and questions one might have to psychological disorders. I feel it could be a great way for people to find out more if they wish to do it in a more private setting. It talks about sports, travel, school, work etc. It is based in Europe. Their ambassador's have disabilities so they have more insight than others might!
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hip percautions - Bing Images - 0 views

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    Hip Precautions Handout - I like the idea of sending images home with a patient so they can see what's okay and not okay. It may be overwhelming at the doctor's office and a patient may think they will remember what to do. But having pictures could help jog their memory about what should and shouldn't be done.
Amanda Sproles

WheelchairNet: The Manual Wheelchair Training Guide-Section 2 - 1 views

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    I just found this great site that shares how to properly set up a wheelchair. I think this can be a great resource not only for us but for our clients. It ties right in with mobility and Chapter 15!
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I Am an Older Adult or Caregiver - 0 views

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    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
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Adaptive Equipment - 0 views

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    This sight has some great ideas for those who know they or someone they love will need assistive devices in the future. It shares ideas for planning and recognizing needs that may arise. It even has info and links to various suppliers that could help with all kinds of adaptive equipment.
Amanda Sproles

Kids Health defines the need for children to have occupational therapy - 1 views

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    I love this sight because it explains children's occupations, and the need for children to receive OT in plain terms that all can comprehend. If you click on the word occupational therapists in the definition, it further defines OT. Thank you Kids Health for promotion occupational therapy! This sight has all kinds of answers for families with questions about illness, OT, age related concerns etc. It has everything from puberty issues by gender to what is a coma. You even have the option to listen to their examples and explanations instead of just reading them.
Amanda Sproles

Foot Drop Stimulation - 2 views

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    Discover how the WalkAide changed the life of Davy (stroke survivor) by enabling him to effectively manage his Foot Drop. WalkAide is a sophisticated FDA cleared medical device that uses advanced tilt-sensor technology to analyze the movement of your leg.
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