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Undergraduate occupational therapy students' perceptions of their preparedness for splinting in hand rehabilitation: An exploratory study at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
PLoS One. 2026 Feb 13;21(2):e0343017. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0343017. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Hand rehabilitation, particularly splinting, is a key area in occupational therapy. However, existing literature suggests that students often feel inadequately prepared, particularly concerning splinting in hand rehabilitation. This highlights the need for further research and improvements. This research explored the perceptions …
Parents Appreciate Streamlined Care From Occupational Therapists for Their Child's Simple Hand Fracture: A Qualitative Study
Plast Surg (Oakv). 2026 Feb 5:22925503251414393. doi: 10.1177/22925503251414393. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTIntroduction: Most pediatric hand fractures are treated nonoperatively, yet the majority of these children are managed by plastic surgeons. Our institution developed a protocol, deemed the Simple Fracture Protocol (SFP), which streamlines pediatric hand fracture care by redirecting patients with simple …
An effectiveness-implementation trial of home-based early hand therapy for young children with cerebral palsy
Res Dev Disabil. 2026 Apr;171:105267. doi: 10.1016/j.ridd.2026.105267. Epub 2026 Mar 12.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Early hand therapy is an effective approach for improving hand function in young children with cerebral palsy (CP), yet clinical implementation is limited. This trial assessed implementation and effectiveness of a high dose early hand therapy.METHODS: A home-based, caregiver-delivered …
Individual vs Co-Treatment in Acute Stroke Rehabilitation and Evaluation
Author Names: Database Source: Embase Clinical Trials Journal Title: clinicaltrials.gov Article Title: Individual vs Co-Treatment in Acute Stroke Rehabilitation and Evaluation Year: 2026 Issue: Volume: Abstract: Brief Summary,This is a single center, pragmatic, randomized trial comparing the effectiveness of two commonly used approaches (co-treatment and individual treatment) in acute …
Supporting Daily Functioning of Persons With a Neurological Disorder: (Cost)Effectiveness of Occupational Therapy at Home E-Rehabilitation (OTHER) for Persons Post-stroke
Author Names: Database Source: Embase Clinical Trials Journal Title: clinicaltrials.gov Article Title: Supporting Daily Functioning of Persons With a Neurological Disorder: (Cost)Effectiveness of Occupational Therapy at Home E-Rehabilitation (OTHER) for Persons Post-stroke Year: 2023 Issue: Volume: Abstract: Brief Summary,The goal of this (cost)effectiveness study is to compare …
Employers' perceptions of supporting an employee's work reintegration following stroke
Author Names: Barclay, L.,Walsh, H.,Smith, M.J.,O'Keefe, S.,Lannin, N.A. Database Source: Embase Daily Updates Journal Title: Disability and rehabilitation Article Title: Employers' perceptions of supporting an employee's work reintegration following stroke Year: 2026 Issue: Volume: Abstract: PURPOSE: A significant proportion of stroke survivors are of working …
Impact of the Convalescent Rehabilitation Medical Hospital System on Functional Recovery in Stroke Patients: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Author Names: Choi, K.-S.,Woo, B.-S.,Lee, D.-H. Database Source: Embase Weekly Updates Journal Title: Medical Forum Monthly Article Title: Impact of the Convalescent Rehabilitation Medical Hospital System on Functional Recovery in Stroke Patients: A Retrospective Cohort Study Year: 2026 Issue: 6 Volume: 37 Abstract: Objective: To investigate whether the …
Early Rehabilitation in Children After Ischemic Stroke-Importance and Effects: A Scoping Review
Author Names: Perliceusz, K.,Kowalczyk, A.,Dobrzanski, Z.,Witkiewicz, W. Database Source: Embase Daily Updates Journal Title: Children Article Title: Early Rehabilitation in Children After Ischemic Stroke-Importance and Effects: A Scoping Review Year: 2026 Issue: 7 Volume: 13 Abstract: Background: Early rehabilitation after pediatric ischemic stroke may support neuroplasticity and improve long-term functional …
Rehabilitation utilisation up to 24 months after stroke: a register-based cohort study in southern Sweden
Eur Stroke J. 2026 Jul 6;11(7):aakag086. doi: 10.1093/esj/aakag086.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Knowledge about the quantity, delivery and setting of rehabilitation after stroke in clinical practice is sparse. We investigated the utilisation of rehabilitation services in a regional cohort up to 2 years after stroke.PATIENTS AND METHODS: Data on people living in ordinary …
Effects of Forward Head Posture on Submental Muscle Activations During Swallowing Tasks, Dysphagia Limit, and Tongue Pressure Force in Healthy Volunteers
Dysphagia. 2026 Jul 25. doi: 10.1007/s00455-026-10987-8. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTSwallowing is a complex function depending on head and neck biomechanics. Forward Head Posture (FHP) is one of the most researched postural problems in swallowing rehabilitation. However, there are conflicting results regarding the relationship between FHP and swallowing related …
The Influence of Liquid Consistency and Food Texture on Swallowing: A Systematic Review Update
Dysphagia. 2026 Jul 27. doi: 10.1007/s00455-026-10977-w. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTDiet texture modification is a common intervention for oropharyngeal dysphagia. In 2015, the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) published a systematic review summarizing evidence on how liquid consistency and food texture influence swallowing behavior. This updated review synthesizes new …
Occupation-centred intervention for age-related dysphagia: A proof-of-concept study
Scand J Occup Ther. 2025 Jan;32(1):2620346. doi: 10.1080/11038128.2026.2620346. Epub 2026 Jan 28.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Rehabilitation of age-related dysphagia in older adults remains a complex clinical challenge. The Danish occupational therapy intervention ACTING (ACTivity-based Skill Training of INGestion) was developed employing an occupation-centred approach. Before large-scale evaluation, a proof-of-concept study is needed to explore its potential …
The tensions between risk and choice: Perspectives of Australian occupational therapists about informed choice when working with older people
Aust Occup Ther J. 2026 Jun;73(3):e70098. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.70098.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Aged care in Australia is under scrutiny. In 2021, the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety highlighted the need for increased informed choice. Occupational therapists working within residential and community aged care have a responsibility to provide informed choice to …
Transferring Occupational Therapy Knowledge to Village Health Volunteers to Enhance Activities of Daily Living Among Older Adults in Community-Based Elder Care: A Qualitative Study
Occup Ther Int. 2026;2026(1):e8750838. doi: 10.1155/oti/8750838.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Thailand's rapidly aging population highlights the urgent need for sustainable strategies to support older adults' independence in activities of daily living (ADLs). Occupational therapists (OTs) play a vital role; however, their limited availability restricts community-based service delivery. Village Health Volunteers (VHVs), embedded within …
What Is Inclusive Occupational Therapy for People Living With Dementia? Lessons From Collaborative Workshops With Diverse Communities
Author Names: Day, S.,Jeon, Y.-H.,Low, L.-F.,Laver, K.,Daylight, G.,Radford, K.,Smith, R.,Laranjeira, P.,Smith, G.,Darling, G. Database Source: Embase Weekly Updates Journal Title: Australasian journal on ageing Article Title: What Is Inclusive Occupational Therapy for People Living With Dementia? Lessons From Collaborative …
What Is Inclusive Occupational Therapy for People Living With Dementia? Lessons From Collaborative Workshops With Diverse Communities
Australas J Ageing. 2026 Jun;45(2):e70199. doi: 10.1111/ajag.70199.ABSTRACTOBJECTIVE: Occupational therapy interventions for people living with dementia have been shown to have positive outcomes for the person and family carers. However, people from culturally diverse communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are largely missing from research studies. People with …
AquOTic: protocol for a type 1 hybrid effectiveness-implementation trial of an occupational therapy-based water competency intervention for children on the autism spectrum
BMJ Open. 2026 Aug 4;16(8):e117908. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2026-117908.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Drowning is a leading cause of unintentional death among children on the autism spectrum, emphasising the need for tailored water competency interventions. Autism-related factors such as wandering, sensory differences and limited danger awareness increase drowning risk. Evidence suggests structured aquatic programmes improve …
"My Sensory Experiences Tool": A Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapeutic Tool to Support the Sensory Challenges and Preferences of Autistic Children and Adults
Occup Ther Int. 2026;2026(1):e4779496. doi: 10.1155/oti/4779496.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: My Sensory Experiences Tool (MYSET) is a picture-based card-sort tool designed to support conversations with autistic people about their sensory experiences with a view to enabling better understanding and accommodation of their sensory challenges.PURPOSE: This study aimed firstly to describe MYSET and …
Mapping occupational therapy interventions in caregiver skill training for children with neurodiversity: a scoping review protocol
BMJ Open. 2026 Jul 24;16(7):e115920. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-115920.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Caregivers of children with neurodiversity, particularly autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, experience sustained occupational, emotional and participation-related challenges. Occupational therapy (OT) plays a crucial role in supporting caregivers through skill training that enhances daily routines, participation and family functioning. …
Learning From Children's Perspectives: Occupational Therapists' Reflections on Their Therapeutic Relationship
Can J Occup Ther. 2026 Jul 9:84174261445814. doi: 10.1177/00084174261445814. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBackgroundIn occupational therapy with children, the therapeutic relationship is a fundamental and complex component. However, for a long time, little was known about how children experienced the therapeutic relationship. New findings about children's experiences offer valuable insights for occupational therapists …
Exploring facilitators and barriers to effective practice among new graduate occupational therapists working with children and families: A scoping review
Aust Occup Ther J. 2026 Jun;73(3):e70092. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.70092.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Over the past three decades, occupational therapy literature has increasingly explored how new graduate occupational therapists transition into different areas of practice. However, limited evidence exists on the facilitators and barriers influencing new graduates' ability to work effectively in paediatric practice. …
Paediatric occupational therapists' views on applying interoception in practice contexts
Aust Occup Ther J. 2026 Apr;73(2):e70082. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.70082.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Interoception, the ability to notice, understand, and act on internal bodily signals, is increasingly recognised as relevant to children's self-regulation and participation. While a growing body of research has examined interoception-based assessments and interventions with children across health disciplines, less is …
Occupational therapists' perspectives on assistive technology for children with disabilities: a scoping review
Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol. 2026 Jun 16:1-13. doi: 10.1080/17483107.2026.2677766. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: Assistive technology (AT) supports participation and functional independence in children with disabilities; however, its integration within paediatric occupational therapy practice remains inconsistent. This scoping review aimed to map occupational therapists' perspectives on the recommendation, selection, and implementation of …
Occupational Therapy Incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Informed Components for Pain-Related Activity Avoidance Early After Olecranon Fracture Surgery: A Case Report
Cureus. 2026 Jun 16;18(6):e110990. doi: 10.7759/cureus.110990. eCollection 2026 Jun.ABSTRACTPostoperative pain involves not only nociceptive components but also psychological reactions such as anxiety, pain catastrophizing, and fear-avoidance, which may delay functional recovery. Although cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is well established for chronic pain, evidence on the use of CBT-informed components by rehabilitation …
Gamified occupational therapy program for adolescents with Duchenne muscular dystrophy: A study protocol for randomized controlled trial
Assist Technol. 2026 Jul 30:1-9. doi: 10.1080/10400435.2026.2709162. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTAdolescents with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) are severely affected in their quality of life and pursuit of independence due to progressive muscle weakness and movement limitations. Gamified occupational therapy (OT) can be used to alleviate these difficulties and enable young patients …
How much and what type of exercises and training were provided to people with spinal cord injury as part of usual physiotherapy and occupational therapy in the SCI-MT Trial?
Spinal Cord. 2026 Apr;64(4):317-323. doi: 10.1038/s41393-026-01180-7. Epub 2026 Feb 27.ABSTRACTSTUDY DESIGN: A descriptive quantitative study.OBJECTIVES: To determine how much and what type of exercises and training were provided as part of usual physiotherapy and occupational therapy to participants of the SCI-MT Trial (the Early and Intensive Motor …
Peer Mentoring Benefits in Rehabilitation for Individuals With Spinal Cord Injury: A Systematic Review
Am J Occup Ther. 2026 Jul 1;80(4):8004205040. doi: 10.5014/ajot.2026.051494.ABSTRACTIMPORTANCE: The lived experiences of peer mentors with spinal cord injury (SCI) provide distinct value in the rehabilitation process and contribute to improved outcomes. When combined with traditional therapy, peer mentorship programs can enhance life satisfaction among individuals living with SCI.OBJECTIVE: To …
Perceptions of physical and occupational therapists on the utility of surface electromyography data in spinal cord injury rehabilitation
PLoS One. 2026 Jun 15;21(6):e0351338. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0351338. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: Spinal cord injury (SCI) impacts physical, emotional, and social well-being, contributing to decreased quality of life and increased healthcare burden. Surface electromyography (sEMG), a non-invasive tool for measuring muscle activity, has demonstrated potential as a biomarker for recovery in SCI research, …
Reliability, Validity, and Responsiveness of the Visual Perceptual and Fine Motor Function Tests in School-Aged Children With Mild Intellectual Disabilities
Occup Ther Int. 2026;2026(1):e5560931. doi: 10.1155/oti/5560931.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Deficits in visual perception and fine motor performance are common in school-aged children with mild intellectual disabilities (MID). Assessment tools with sound psychometric properties are essential for occupational therapy practice and research.OBJECTIVES: This study examined the reliability (internal consistency and test-retest reliability), …
Exploring Occupational Therapists' Sleep Intervention Approaches and Perspectives for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Malaysian Qualitative Study
Occup Ther Int. 2026;2026(1):e5593400. doi: 10.1155/oti/5593400.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) frequently experience significant sleep disturbances, adversely affecting their health and family well-being. Despite the high prevalence, limited research exists on sleep interventions employed by pediatric occupational therapists (OTs) in Malaysia. This study explores the types of sleep …
Effectiveness of Aquatic Occupational Therapy to Support Water Competency of Children on the Autism Spectrum
Am J Occup Ther. 2026 May 1;80(3):8003205020. doi: 10.5014/ajot.2026.051459.ABSTRACTIMPORTANCE: There is a critical need for therapeutic water competency (water safety and swim skills) interventions tailored to meet the needs of children on the autism spectrum, a group that is at high risk for drowning.OBJECTIVE: To examine the effect of AquOTic …
Improving Access to Community Occupations via Rideshare: A Pilot Study With Autistic Adults
Am J Occup Ther. 2026 May 1;80(3):8003205030. doi: 10.5014/ajot.2026.051398.ABSTRACTIMPORTANCE: Adults with autism often face barriers to community access for work and leisure, yet few programs address transportation independence and safety. This study evaluated the Safe Rideshare Program (SRP), designed to teach autistic adults to use rideshare services.OBJECTIVE: To assess acceptability, …
Multidimensional Sleep Health of Toddlers With Down Syndrome: A Descriptive Study Guided by the Pediatric Sleep Health Framework
Am J Occup Ther. 2026 Jul 1;80(4):8004205080. doi: 10.5014/ajot.2026.051493.ABSTRACTIMPORTANCE: Sleep health supports child development and family well-being. Toddlers with Down syndrome experience elevated sleep difficulties, yet few studies have examined their sleep within a multidimensional framework.OBJECTIVE: To apply the Pediatric Sleep Health framework (Peds B-SATED) to characterize multidimensional sleep health …
Effects of Ayres sensory integration therapy versus conservative treatment in autism spectrum disorder
J Pak Med Assoc. 2026 Jun;76(6):942-945. doi: 10.47391/JPMA.21549.ABSTRACTThe study was conducted to evaluate the effects of Ayres sensory integration therapy versus conservative treatment in autism spectrum disorder. In a prospective randomised controlled trial, we assessed pre- and post-intervention scores of both the intervention group (A) that took ASI and …
Occupational resilience: Scoping review of conceptualisations and applications in contexts of adversity
Aust Occup Ther J. 2026 Aug;73(4):e70105. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.70105.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Occupational resilience has emerged as a construct that links the capacity to face adversity with the role of meaningful occupations in the adaptation and recovery of individuals, groups, and communities. However, its definition, theoretical frameworks, and applications remain heterogeneous and partial. …
Motherhood as an occupation in the perinatal period: A scoping review of practices, theoretical frameworks, and concepts used in occupational therapy
Br J Occup Ther. 2026 Feb 23;89(8):505-517. doi: 10.1177/03080226261419617. eCollection 2026 Aug.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Occupational therapy has traditionally focused on child development but motherhood as an occupation is rarely analyzed. This study aimed to identify practices, theoretical perspectives, and concepts described or used in occupational therapy research concerning the early periods of motherhood and …
Occupational therapists, self-regulation, and primary schools: A scoping review
Aust Occup Ther J. 2026 Aug;73(4):e70101. doi: 10.1111/1440-1630.70101.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: The primary school setting is a dynamic practice context for occupational therapists. Despite a clear interest in understanding and intervening in self-regulation in the classroom, little school-specific literature is available.METHODS: A scoping review was conducted to examine how occupational therapists …
Role of Occupational Therapy for Persons Experiencing Long COVID: A Rapid Review
Can J Occup Ther. 2026 Jul 14:84174261461430. doi: 10.1177/00084174261461430. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTBackgroundIndividuals with long COVID experience persisting symptoms that affect daily life, particularly functional performance. Occupational therapists are well positioned to support this population given their expertise across broader health domains.PurposeThis rapid review describes the existing literature on the role …
Scoping Review of Occupational Therapy for Distal Radius Fractures, Including Complications
Occup Ther Int. 2026;2026(1):e9148924. doi: 10.1155/oti/9148924.ABSTRACTThis scoping review is aimed at identifying and mapping occupational therapy-related assessments and interventions reported in prospective interventional studies and case reports on distal radius fractures, including studies addressing complications. Additionally, the review sought to summarize the current evidence in this field and identify …
Occupational therapists' use of digital technologies to support people with disabilities in engaging in occupation: a scoping review protocol
BMJ Open. 2026 Jul 15;16(7):e114068. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2025-114068.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Digital tools such as virtual reality, mobile applications and digital devices are being implemented across various healthcare practice settings. Engagement in occupations is central to occupational therapy, supporting health and quality of life. Occupational therapists support people with disabilities to participate in …
Associations of picky eating levels with dietary diversity, nutrient intake, and eating behaviors in preschool children with autism spectrum disorder: a cross-sectional study
Transl Pediatr. 2026 Jun 30;15(6):214. doi: 10.21037/tp-2026-1-0168. Epub 2026 Jun 26.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Picky eating is common among children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, the specific effects of different levels of picky eating on nutritional status, dietary diversity, and eating behaviors in preschool-aged children with ASD remain unclear. This study aimed to …
A systematic review of mealtime training for caregivers: effectiveness and social validity
Front Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2026 Jun 22;5:1758507. doi: 10.3389/frcha.2026.1758507. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTCommon problems faced by families and caregivers of children exhibiting mealtime challenges include food refusal, food selectivity, and/or challenging behaviors. To fully address a mealtime challenge, the inclusion of families and caregivers is essential to ensure the generalization of appropriate mealtime …
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake and Selective Eating in Children: Clinical Profile, Nutritional Deficiencies, and Behavioral Correlates in a Tertiary Pediatric Center
Nutrients. 2026 Jun 24;18(13):2059. doi: 10.3390/nu18132059.ABSTRACTBackground: Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) and selective eating are increasingly recognized in pediatric nutrition, but food selectivity has been predominantly studied in dedicated eating disorder settings and in underweight children, potentially underestimating its prevalence across broader clinical populations. This study aimed to characterize food …
Intégration sensorielle, désensibilisation et profils sensoriels
Persistent hypersensitivity after repeat concussion is associated with chronic cognitive dysfunction
Front Neurol. 2026 Jul 21;17:1786434. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2026.1786434. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTPersistent sensory hypersensitivity is a common but under-recognized feature of post-concussion syndrome (PCS) following mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), and may contribute to chronic cognitive complaints. However, the mechanistic relationship between long-term sensory dysregulation and cognitive dysfunction after repeat concussion remains poorly understood. Here, …
Advances in Research on the Association between Age-Related Hearing Loss and Risk of Falls and Fractures
Noise Health. 2026 May-Jun 01;28(132):527-534. doi: 10.4103/nah.nah_263_25. Epub 2026 Jun 30.ABSTRACTWith the rapid aging of the global population, age-related hearing loss and fall-related fractures have become major public health problems that are seriously affecting the quality of life and health expectations of older adults. Traditionally, fall risk has been attributed to …
Sensory Processing Profiles and Learning Potential in Autism: A Longitudinal Study of Cognitive Development in Preschoolers
J Intell. 2026 Jul 1;14(7):132. doi: 10.3390/jintelligence14070132.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: Sensory processing differences are highly prevalent in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and may shape how they interact with their environment and acquire new knowledge. The present study investigated developmental changes in learning potential and cognitive functioning in preschool children with ASD presenting …
Stage-Related Sensory Integration Deficits and Fall Risk in Parkinson's Disease
Neurorehabil Neural Repair. 2026 Aug 5:15459683261448478. doi: 10.1177/15459683261448478. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Postural balance dysfunction in Parkinson's disease (PD) is associated with sensory integration deficits, yet stage-related changes and their relationship with falls remain incompletely understood. This study evaluated sensory integration across Hoehn-Yahr stages and prospectively monitored falls over 6 months.METHODS: Seventy-five …
Occupational interventions and their effects on work-related and mental health outcomes: A scoping review protocol
PLoS One. 2026 Jul 24;21(7):e0354462. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0354462. eCollection 2026.ABSTRACTBACKGROUND: The well-being of individuals within their workplace (i.e., workplace mental health) has important implications for their productivity and mental health. The extensive literature on the effectiveness of individual workplace interventions does not yet include a comprehensive synthesis of occupational interventions …
