Some things to remember about OT's involvement in return to work. This is from the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.

You may have seen this man on Dancing With the Stars (winner). As a 19 year old Iraq veteran, his truck hit an IED and he had severe 3rd degree facial burns. He turned his tragedy into triumph and has appeared in daytime soap operas, is a motivational speaker, and has received awards from other veterans.

This may be helpful when you get out in the field.

Some neat ideas for ice packs. Most of these are common household items.

Some unique, simple, and high tech options that look extremely real.

A Canadian company specializing in UE prosthetics. Also contains a great glossary explaining terms and vocabulary.

I tore this a few years back after falling on an outstretched arm. Here is a list of risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.

UK based website with FAQ about arthritis and the role OT may play.

This website is from an OT who has expertise in sexual rehabilitation. Very client centered. Offers an evaluation, compensatory techniques, adaptive devices, and sex aides. Offers sexual programs customized to a couple's needs. Located in Brooklyn, NY.

Written from an OT perspective. Includes an interview process and Sexuality Assessments.

Really cool article about technology that helps combat pneumonia in developing and third world countries. The device, FREO2, helps use water sources as a source for energy.

The title says it all. Amazing tech.

List of services offered by county from the American Public Transportation Association (rail, ferry, etc)

Includes two home/mobility/ADLS assessments by registered OT's. Must meet qualification criteria (limited to counties in California).

Coinciding with tomorrow's lesson on aging adults and fall prevention, there's a "National Fall Prevention Day" set to take place September 22. The article contains some stats regarding injuries and death related to falls.

A company specializing in communication devices. The website gives you an option to choose your disability (ALS, TBI, Autism, etc) and recommends products that are associated with it. Also information on trouble shooting with products and questions related to training and using your device.

Pretty good read on kinesiology tape and the billing codes (or lack of) associated with it. They give some recommendations as to what code it may be filed under.

Here's a pretty neat article regarding exercise and stress. I think we all have some stress/anxiety, so for those of you that exercise, keep this in mind.