https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3522895/pdf/scm-35-527.pdf

The above link goes over patient characteristics in relation to OT inpatient rehabilitation interventions for those with spinal cord injuries.

https://otconnections.aota.org/aota_blogs/b/pulsecheck/archive/2015/04/03/perfecting-your-quot-what-is-occupational-therapy-quot-elevator-speech.aspx

We have all been asked this question, and are able to provide a solid answer for it now. This link goes over additional ways OTs explain what they do in their careers, and there is even a link to a jeopardy episode where OT was one of the categories :)

https://www.myotspot.com/ot-grads-should-consider-inpatient/

This link goes over some reasons why choosing an inpatient rehabilitation unit for a first job would be beneficial to OT grads. I was placed on an inpatient rehab unit for my first level 2, and am leaning towards working in that setting upon graduation as there is a variety of diagnoses/treatments to learn, as well as a strong support system from other therapists and staff.

http://www.bmj.com/content/bmj/350/bmj.h468.full.pdf

This PDF article from UK researchers focuses on occupational therapy interventions for residents who have suffered from strokes through the use of a randomized controlled trial.

https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007%2Fs40141-014-0065-y.pdf

This PDF highlights the importance of occupational therapy for military personnel with UE amputations. The article also highlights the differences between various settings of occupational therapy, and advances in research for those with UE amputations.

Abstract: http://jdc.jefferson.edu/createday/56/
Presentation: https://aisrmedia3.jefferson.edu/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=627c0d98-cefa-4dfb-99c0-61cf1c47ef53

This presentation by OT students highlights the importance of occupational therapy interventions for amputee patients when regaining independence in daily aspects of their lives.

https://www.saebo.com/dynamic-splints-contracture-occupational-therapists-need-know/

The above link shares information regarding stages of UE contractures, proper methods of splinting for stages, and informative graphics that help explain reasoning for why contractures occur in the stages that they do.

The link below will download a PPT that goes over the importance of splinting, techniques and protocols, and points of education for patients that OT students should become familiar with.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwjB4pWE-e7XAhVG5CYKHfG0C9kQFgg_MAI&url=https%3A%2F%2Fbrenau.instructure.com%2Ffiles%2F63688394%2Fdownload%3Fdownload_frd%3D1%26verifier%3D8b2Erro7IU9demDStRd6woxrFDAh2DPk13G1sLR0&usg=AOvVaw29E09vS6xyFs_VRnO9qcnh

https://www.aota.org/Practice/Rehabilitation-Disability/Evidence-Based.aspx

List of evidence-based resources posted by AOTA that could be utilized within a disability/rehabilitation setting.

https://otconnections.aota.org/aota_blogs/b/pulsecheck/archive/2017/11/20/your-ot-colleagues-share-dozens-of-easy-ways-to-remain-client-centered.aspx

This post shares various insightful ways of remaining client-centered when working with patients. This is helpful to build a strong rapport with patients while initiating evaluations or challenging them during treatments.

https://otconnections.aota.org/aota_blogs/b/aota_federal_policy/archive/2017/11/13/a-beginner-39-s-guide-to-becoming-politically-engaged.aspx

This is an interesting post for those who are looking into becoming political advocates for the profession. It can be challenging to determine the best way to get involved with politics, but this post does a good job of describing how to get a head start.

https://otconnections.aota.org/more_groups/public_groups/research_and_evidence-based_practice_in_ot/f/7619.aspx

This link directs a user to a forum page that is utilized my OT professionals to discuss research and EBP trends within the profession

https://ce.todayinot.com/index.aspx

This site hosts continuing education bundles and packages that can be used by occupational therapists to complete CEU requirements. Additionally, the site offers information in regarding to OT news and marketplace changes.

https://otpotential.com/blog/where-to-go-ot-degree

Check out the link to look into different specialties or certifications OTs can pursue, along with the prerequisites and costs required to obtain them.

https://otpotential.com/blog/the-best-occupational-therapy-website

This post has good tips for practitioners who are interested in making their own website related to OT. As the profession grows and technology advances, it is important to know how to properly portray information and yourself as a practitioner on a custom site.

https://otpotential.com/blog/ot-job-interview

This page provides some potential questions and answers that any OT may encounter when interviewing for potential new positions in the field.

http://www.resna.org/about/leadership/committees/professional-specialty-groups-psgs/occupational-therapists-psg

Page created by Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America that details their purpose and utilization of OT to help achieve their goal of helping people live their lives to the fullest.

https://otpotential.com/share/ot-student-fieldwork-manual

Here is a link to a fieldwork manual that can be purchased by OTs in order to help facilitate an optimal Level II fieldwork experience for students by setting guidelines for weekly expectations and providing tips.

https://otpotential.com/occupational-therapy-jobs

This page shares tips and tricks to help discover the most desired job possible for new OT graduates. They also touch on travel therapy, and discuss good companies and recruiters to look into for a great career.

https://otpotential.com/blog/occupational-therapy-technology

Cool post that goes over various forms of technology that could be utilized in OT, and discusses the challenges of funding and accessibility for advanced technology in practice. Some forms of tech they go over include UE rehab robotics, virtual reality, e-stim, cognitive training, and gait re-training/exoskeleton devices.