OccupationalTherapy.com Phone: 866-782-9924


Clinical Resources

Search archived articles, review expert clinical advice, and access helpful professional links and information.

Neurological and Physical Disabilities Articles for OT CEUs

Search results for "Neurological and Physical Disabilities" in Articles


Chronic Fatigue Syndrome And Long COVID: OT Strategies

Zara Dureno, MOT

June 25, 2024

Learn how to help clients manage Long COVID and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome from the lens and strengths of Occupational Therapy.   Read More

   


Discharge Planning: Pediatric Acute Care Virtual Conference

Julia Colman, OTD, OTR/L, BCP

June 17, 2024

The role of occupational therapy practitioners as members of an interdisciplinary team in adult acute care settings is well established; however, specific evidence-based discharge planning recommendat...   Read More

    


Bowel And Bladder Considerations: Pediatric Acute Care Virtual Conference

Alex King, OTR/L, CCLS

June 13, 2024

A brief overview of the bowel/bladder system, commonpediatric conditions that affect this system and the role of the occupational therapy practitioner in supporting this area of function in the acute...   Read More

    


The Role Of The Occupational Therapy Practitioner: Pediatric Acute Care Virtual Conference

Cambria Hunter, MSGH, OTR/L

May 28, 2024

An overview of the role of occupational therapy in pediatric acute care will be addressed in this course. This course focuses on the occupational therapy process in the pediatric acute care setting, i...   Read More

    


Sexuality And Intimacy Considerations: Pediatric Acute Care Virtual Conference

Alex King, OTR/L, CCLS

May 28, 2024

The role of OT in sexuality and intimacy, specifically in the pediatric acute care setting, will be addressed in this course. Content will include tools and skills for the generalist and an introducti...   Read More

    


Occupational Therapy Practitioner's Role In Helping Women Live Fulfilling Lives After Spinal Cord Injury

Natalie Rivera, OTD, OTR/L

May 23, 2024

Only 20% of SCIs occur in women, and educational training on SCI management is gender-neutral or male-targeted. The course will discuss specific gender barriers that occur among the female demographic...   Read More

 


Contextual Adaptations For The Neurodivergent Client: Pediatric Acute Care Virtual Conference

Julia Colman, OTD, OTR/L, BCP

May 23, 2024

The challenges neurodivergent children face in hospital settings are well documented by medical researchers, healthcare professionals, and autistic and/or ADHD individuals, themselves. Despite this, h...   Read More

    


Human-Interfacing Robots For Functional Upper Extremity Rehabilitation

Ashley Gatewood, OTR/L, CSRS

May 22, 2024

A review of the history, design, and clinical benefits of robotics in upper extremity treatment will be provided in this course. The knowledge needed to select a system for use and implementation in c...   Read More

  


Understanding Seizures And Epilepsy In The Occupational Therapy Setting

Nancy Nathenson, RRT

May 14, 2024

An overview of seizures and epilepsy in children and adults will be discussed in this course. It will include the impact, causes, identification, management, and essential teachings for individuals, c...   Read More

    


Cultural Humility And Competency In Occupational Therapy: Looking Through The Lens Of Real Life Experiences

Valeri Calhoun, MS, OTR/L, CHT

May 9, 2024

Cultural humility and competence for occupational therapists in international and domestic therapeutic settings will be covered in this course. It will include experiential scenarios for providing ser...   Read More

      


Understanding Asthma And Anaphylaxis In The Occupational Therapy Setting

Nancy Nathenson, RRT

May 2, 2024

This program aims to provide an overview of asthma and anaphylaxis management and prevention across all age groups. It will include the causes, impact, medications, monitoring, and essential patient s...   Read More

    


Stroke, Electrical Stimulation, And Therapy

Amy Friedl, MS, OTR/L

April 17, 2024

The use of electrical stimulation with individuals post-stroke will be discussed in this course. Background information about electrical stimulators, their use, and practical tips in the clinic will a...   Read More

 


Caregiving For The Spinal Cord Injury Patient

Alaena McCool, MS, OTR/L, CPAM

March 19, 2024

This course will explore how to identify caregiver challenges, as well as resources and creative problem-solving solutions available for caregivers and patients with spinal cord injuries. Case studies...   Read More

  


Proprioceptive Rehab: 30 Practical Ideas And Interventions For The Neuro Patient

Andrea Salzman, MS, PT

March 7, 2024

Rehabilitation can be quite daunting because of complications and impairments which routinely follow a neurological event or disease. Many of the more frustrating problems are not due to a neurologica...   Read More


The Reinvention Of Occupational Identity: A Decision-Making Approach

Andy Pitts, DrOT, OTR/L

February 21, 2024

This course is designed to familiarize clinicians of all levels with the Reinvention of Occupational Identity: A Decision-Making Framework. The purpose of the framework is to act as a guide for clinic...   Read More

   


12 Ways to Progress Any PT or OT Exercise, Activity, or Movement, Part 2

Andrea Salzman, MS, PT

February 12, 2024

Therapists who routinely add spice and variety to their treatment methods are able to offer something new to their patients – a delighted therapist. Come enjoy this “sampler platter” of evidence...   Read More

  


12 Ways to Progress Any PT or OT Exercise, Activity, or Movement, Part 1

Andrea Salzman, MS, PT

February 8, 2024

Therapists who routinely add variety to their treatment methods can now offer something new to their patients – an inspired therapist. Come enjoy this “sampler platter” of evidence-based ideas f...   Read More

  


Aging Caregivers: What To Know And How To Best Provide Support

Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, MSW, LMSW

January 24, 2024

Occupational therapy practitioners provide a tremendous amount of support to patients who receive support from an aging family caregiver. Aging family caregivers often face unique circumstances and ar...   Read More

  


The Bariatric Client And The OT Role, Part 2

Jennifer Phillips, OTD, OTR

January 10, 2024

Assessment and intervention for bariatric care will be reviewed in this course. This is Part 2 of a 2-part series.   Read More

 


The Bariatric Client And The OT Role, Part 1

Jennifer Phillips, OTD, OTR

January 9, 2024

Bariatric care and the background information as it relates to occupational therapy will be reviewed in this course. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series.   Read More

 


Our site uses cookies to improve your experience. By using our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy.