Intégration sensorielle, désensibilisation et profils sensoriels
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Investigating patient satisfaction with a hand therapy telehealth service during COVID‐19.
Australian Occupational Therapy Journal; 04/01/2025Introduction: Throughout the COVID‐19 pandemic, outpatient hand therapy services were restricted. The use of telehealth was adopted to continue to provide care to patients with hand injuries. This survey aims to investigate patient satisfaction with hand therapy delivered via telehealth in a NSW public tertiary referral …
Experiences of occupational therapy clinicians on the assessment and evaluation of adult handgrip strength
Br J Occup Ther. 2023 Mar;86(3):188-196. doi: 10.1177/03080226221135375. Epub 2022 Nov 3.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Handgrip strength (HGS) is commonly measured to assess hand function, however, little is known about how and why occupational therapists assess and interpret HGS. This study aimed to explore the experiences of occupational therapists who work with HGS. Additionally, the …
Handwriting and typing: Occupational therapy practice when supporting adolescents with handwriting difficulties
Br J Occup Ther. 2022 Nov;85(11):891-899. doi: 10.1177/03080226221097314. Epub 2022 Jun 26.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: While most children have developed effective handwriting by secondary school age, some have handwriting difficulties that hamper academic progress. Occupational therapists play a role in assessment and planning support, which may include introducing typing as an alternative. However, there is …
Homeward Stroke Recovery: Results of a Home Rehabilitation Program.
Home Health Care Management & Practice; 05/01/2025Evaluate the feasibility of a homeward stroke recovery (HSR) program by measuring functional outcomes, intervention fidelity, and Profit & Loss. A retrospective observational analysis of 23 stroke survivors discharged to a home healthcare (HHC) program offering early and intensive rehabilitative therapy within 24 hours of index hospitalization. Functional …
Assessment of sensory impairment of the upper limb post-stroke by occupational therapists within the acute setting: A mixed methods study exploring current clinical practice
Br J Occup Ther. 2023 Dec;86(12):830-838. doi: 10.1177/03080226231184994. Epub 2023 Jul 8.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Sensory impairment of the upper limb is common after stroke and negatively impacts a stroke survivor's recovery. The acute phase is a critical time for the identification of post-stroke somatosensory impairments and occupational therapists have a key role in the …
Spanish consensus of occupational therapists on upper limb assessment tools in stroke
Br J Occup Ther. 2023 Sep;86(9):648-658. doi: 10.1177/03080226231175574. Epub 2023 Jun 6.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: There is a lack of explicit tool recommendations for upper limb (UL) assessment in stroke, occupational therapists are frequently underrepresented in consensus studies, and the frequency of use of tools is highly variable between countries. The objective was to generate …
Evaluation of an innovative dementia care competency model among physical and occupational therapy students
Author Names: Jasper A.M.,Josephsen J. Database Source: Embase Weekly Updates Journal Title: Gerontology & geriatrics education Article Title: Evaluation of an innovative dementia care competency model among physical and occupational therapy students Year: 2025 Issue: 2 Volume: 46 Abstract: The rising prevalence of dementia calls for a competent workforce capable of delivering …
Supporting the social-emotional needs of children and young people with developmental coordination disorder: Occupational therapists' perceptions of practice in England
Br J Occup Ther. 2022 Sep;85(9):653-661. doi: 10.1177/03080226211054383. Epub 2022 Feb 27.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: The social-emotional impacts of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) for children and young people (CYP) are often the most disabling. Occupational therapists (OTs) have a central role in facilitating holistic service provision for this population. There is a need to understand …
Exploring occupational therapy practice with children who are picky eaters and their families
Br J Occup Ther. 2025 Feb;88(2):105-115. doi: 10.1177/03080226241284888. Epub 2024 Sep 30.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Picky eating is a complex phenomenon, impacting family routines and relationships. Occupational therapists often work with picky eaters and their families, yet little is understood about the occupational therapy process and reasoning in this context. This study was guided by …
Occupational therapy incorporating dogs for autistic children and young people: Parent perspectives
Br J Occup Ther. 2022 Nov;85(11):859-868. doi: 10.1177/03080226221086217. Epub 2022 Jun 9.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Dogs may elicit positive therapy outcomes for children/adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). However, little is known about the parent perspectives of the use of dogs as part of an occupational therapy program for ASD. This study aimed to …
Assessing physical literacy with school-aged children in occupational therapy practice: An exploratory qualitative study
Br J Occup Ther. 2024 May;87(5):290-301. doi: 10.1177/03080226231220566. Epub 2024 Jan 5.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Physical literacy (the physical, psychological, social and cognitive capacities needed for movement and physical activity) is arguably important to occupational therapy yet is not explicit within current practice. This study aimed to understand how occupational therapists can engage with the …
Concussion Recovery: The Essential Role of School-Based Occupational Therapy Practitioners
Am J Occup Ther. 2025 May 1;79(3):7903347010. doi: 10.5014/ajot.2025.051050.ABSTRACTConcussions are prevalent in youth and often contribute to occupational challenges related to postconcussion syndrome within the educational setting. Despite the advancements that have been made in the occupational therapy management of concussion, school-based occupational therapy practitioners are seeking clarity in service delivery …
What are the common areas of risk and their characteristics found in intermediate care from an occupational therapy perspective? A scoping review
Br J Occup Ther. 2022 Oct;85(10):779-802. doi: 10.1177/03080226221079233. Epub 2022 Apr 29.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Engaging with risk is a certain and unavoidable part of occupational therapy. Intermediate care services are mostly accessed by older people with complex needs, yet little is known in the literature about the extent, type and nature of risk involved …
Occupational therapy and participation in activities of daily living following cardiothoracic surgery in acute care: A retrospective study
Br J Occup Ther. 2024 May;87(5):314-320. doi: 10.1177/03080226231212984. Epub 2023 Nov 25.ABSTRACTINTRODUCTION: Patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgery in acute care experience physical and psychosocial challenges impacting participation in activities of daily living. Occupational therapists are well positioned to address these needs; however, there is little evidence exploring occupational therapy's role in this …
The impact of adapted hiking on quality of life and self-efficacy in wheelchair users: pre-post study
Author Names: Passi M.,Annecchini A.,Simeon R.,Cipolloni M.,Panuccio F.,Galeoto G.,Berardi A. Database Source: Embase Weekly Updates Journal Title: Disability and rehabilitation. Assistive technology Article Title: The impact of adapted hiking on quality of life and self-efficacy in wheelchair users: pre-post study Year: 2025 Issue: Volume: Abstract: …
Class of international functioning disability and health core sets for autism spectrum disorder: Occupational therapists' perspective
Br J Occup Ther. 2025 Feb;88(2):85-92. doi: 10.1177/03080226241280465. Epub 2024 Sep 10.ABSTRACTPURPOSE: This study was conducted to examine the ICF Core Sets prepared for autism from the perspective of occupational therapists within the scope of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health.MATERIALS AND METHODS: Data were collected from 70 occupational therapists …
