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Exploring the Diversity of Standard Wheelchairs: Types and Applications

Discover the empowering world of wheelchairs as we discuss the various types of wheelchairs, each tailored for specific needs and lifestyles

Enhancing Palliative Care through Occupational Therapy

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OT with Adults

Enhancing Palliative Care through Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapists have unique expertise in enhancing daily function, making them an essential part of the palliative care team.

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OT With All Ages

Essential Assistive Devices for Home

Assistive devices play a crucial role in bridging gaps, ensuring inclusivity, and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives.

Maximizing Comfort and Functionality in Wheelchair Seating through Occupational Therapy

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OT With All Ages

Maximizing Comfort and Functionality in Wheelchair Seating through Occupational Therapy

For individuals with mobility impairments, wheelchairs can be a game-changer. They offer a safe and efficient means of getting around.

Universal Design Meets Occupational Therapy: A Powerful Duo for Inclusivity

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OT with Adults

Universal Design Meets Occupational Therapy: A Powerful Duo for Inclusivity

When occupational therapy and universal design come together, they can transform how we approach daily living.

Stay Home, Stay Happy: The Impact of Occupational Therapy on Aging in Place

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OT with Adults

Stay Home, Stay Happy: The Impact of Occupational Therapy on Aging in Place

Aging in place is a term used to describe the ability of older adults or seniors to live independently in their homes.

Occupational Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

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OT With All Ages

Occupational Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

Occupational therapy (OT) plays a pivotal role in the rehabilitation journey of individuals who have sustained a spinal cord injury (SCI). A

Breaking Barriers: How Occupational Therapy Helps People with Cerebral Palsy Thrive

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OT with Children

Breaking Barriers: How Occupational Therapy Helps People with Cerebral Palsy Thrive

This article explores the relationship between CP and occupational therapy (OT), highlighting the importance of OT in managing and improving

Helping Little Hands Reach Big Milestones: Occupational Therapy and Developmental Disabilities

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OT with Children

Helping Little Hands Reach Big Milestones: Occupational Therapy and Developmental Disabilities

Occupational therapy (OT) is essential for helping children with developmental disorders reach their full potential and live more independen

Maximizing Independence with Multiple Sclerosis: The Benefits of Occupational Therapy

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OT with Adults

Maximizing Independence with Multiple Sclerosis: The Benefits of Occupational Therapy

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord.

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OT With All Ages

Overcoming Traumatic Brain Injury

A sudden blow to the head can result in a severe injury called a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Depending on the extent of the in

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: The Role of Occupational Therapy

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OT with Adults

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: The Role of Occupational Therapy

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease characterized by a persistent obstruction of airflow in the lungs

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OT With All Ages

Assistive Devices and How They are Used

Minimizing Barriers and Improving Independence Assistive devices have been used for centuries, with walking canes used as early as 1670....

OT Column: An In-Depth Look

OT Column:
An In-Depth Look