RSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

This catalog is packed with cool stuff

gel cushions for w/c

Interesting story

Therapists We recognize that each patient you encounter has a unique set of needs. This is why we don't mass-produce anything and instead encourage you and your patient to think of SIRIS™ Splints as a toolkit for creative, thoughtful and sometimes completely original approaches to splinting.

SIRIS™ Boutonniere Splint for Hyperextension Use the SIRIS™ Boutonniere Splint for severe hyperextension (greater than 20 degrees) or when subluxation of the joint is occurring. This splint is worn with the oval spacer under the joint to block hyperextension while allowing full flexion.

Splinting and rehabilitation following secondary surgery for PIP Fractures CELERIER Sylvain, Micheline ISEL* Pr MERLE Michel*, Dr Christophe CAMPS*, Dr Alexandre DURAND, Dr Bernard LALLEMAND* Nancy (France) Luxembourg* Congress of the French Society For Hand Therapists Sept 18, 2010 - Lille (France) F. MOUTET, A. FORLI, D. CORCELLA, Ph. PRADEL 2008.

The Physical Agent Modalities Practitioner Credentialing Agency, LLC (PAMPCA), has designed a continuing education course in PAMs for the busy therapist. You do not have to set aside multiple weekends to complete your credentialing training in physical agent modalities.

A guide on what to expect after rotator cuff surgery. This includes some tips on things that you may not have been told about. Things like buying clothes in a bigger size to help with the dressing process and rubbing lotion on your arm every morning and night to prevent your skin from becoming dry and starting to itch.

a list of adaptive equipment ideas, some with photos, all with a description. 

Rheumatoid arthritis, one of the most common types of arthritis, is an inflammatory condition that primarily involves the tissue that covers the joints. This disease progresses over time, and eventually other organs are affected as well. Rheumatoid arthritis is three times more common in females versus males and is prevalent in approximately 1% of the U.S.

Whether throwing a ball, paddling a canoe, lifting boxes, or pushing a lawn mower, we rely heavily on our shoulders to perform a number of activities. Normally, the shoulder has a wide range of motion, making it the most mobile joint in the body.

The Top 10 Myths and Misconceptions About HIV and AIDS For nearly 30 years, HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) have been shrouded in many myths and misconceptions. In some cases, these mistaken ideas have prompted the very behaviors that cause more people to become HIV-positive.

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Thanks Cabby!!

what a wonderful attitude this young girl has!

Great catalog for prosthetics