Browsing by Subject "Occupational Therapy"

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    Achieving ADL Independence Post-Stroke Through Occupational Therapy Interventions
    (2024-04-24) Wonnell, Cassie; Gulyas, Belle; DeGeorge, August; Knoy, Morgan; Warrick, Emilee; Fowler, Avery; Chase, Anthony; Lee, Chang Dae; Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Human Sciences
    This rapid systematic review evaluates the current literature on occupational therapy interventions aimed at improving ADL independence in post-stroke individuals. 28 studies were evaluated and 6 categories (task-oriented training, virtual reality and video games, technology, constraint-induced movement therapy, electrical stimulation, and other) of interventions were identified. The 28 articles used in this rapid systematic review were retrieved from PubMed and CINAHL using Covidence. Literature included are publications from the past 10 years, studies with participants 60+ years of age that have experienced a stroke, and studies with interventions focused on ADL independence. Level IV and V studies were excluded. TOT, CIMT/mCIMT, technology, E-stim, VR and virtual reality, sensory interventions, ankle-foot orthoses, and strategy training are evidence-based stroke interventions that have been showing improvement in ADL participation when compared to the standard of care. Findings reveal overall moderately strong evidence for the impact of the identified occupational therapy interventions on ADL performance for adults 60+ post-stroke. The current review supports six categories of interventions that improve ADL independence, which informs occupational therapy practice for older adult stroke patients.
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    Addressing mental health through therapeutic art for incarcerated mothers
    (2024-04-24) Briggeman, Hailey; Van Antwerp, Leah; Van Antwerp, Leah; Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Human Sciences; None, None
    Incarcerated mothers have a high likelihood of experiencing trauma, mental health disorders, and substance use. Incarceration contributes to high levels of stress which affects both the mothers’ and their children’s mental wellbeing. This capstone project sought to improve incarcerated mothers’ mental wellness through a 7-week therapeutic art program focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, goal setting, self-esteem, and connectedness. Through targeting these performance skills, the goal was to improve overall mental well-being. The efficacy of this program was assessed through a pre- and post- survey taken from three staff members who work closely with the women. The results indicated changes in multiple categories, including significant changes in coping and overall connectedness. This project had an impact on multiple areas of mental health. For sustainability, a binder was created that had examples of art projects and activities to decrease stress even after the program ended. More studies should be conducted to determine the effects of therapeutic art for incarcerated women.
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    Anita Slominski and the Cerebral Palsy Clinic
    (Riley Children's Health, 2023-04) Schreiner, Richard L.; Stroup, Karen Bruner
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    Decreasing Phantom Limb Pain for Amputees with Phantom Limb Pain and Brachial Plexus Avulsions Through Various Therapy Interventions: A Systematic Review
    (2021-04-30) Stevens, Sydney; Hoseinpour, Niki; Martin, Kylee; Stuckwisch, Devin; Barker, Haylee; Kramer, Martina; Chase, Tony; Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Human Sciences
    This rapid systematic review of the literature discusses the evidence of studies related to effective occupational therapy interventions in reducing phantom limb pain (PLP) due to amputations and brachial plexus avulsions (BPA). This review provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of 30 studies that addressed many of the interventions commonly used in phantom limb pain rehabilitation. Phantom limb pain is a painful sensation perceived in the absence of a limb or in a deafferented limb. Suffering from acute or chronic pain can decrease engagement and performance in meaningful occupations. Overall, we found moderate evidence to support the effectiveness of various therapy interventions for decreasing PLP in individuals with amputations and BPAs.
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    Doctoral Capstone: Determining and Implementing Effective Occupational Therapy Education
    (2021-05-09) Sego, Daniel; Petrenchik, Terry; Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Human Sciences; Bednarski, Julie
    . In pursuit of entering the academic realm of occupational therapy, one must establish an expert-level understanding of adult learning theory and effective teaching styles but must also gain skills necessary to adjust when presented with changes in academic environments, standards and student populations.The primary purpose of this project is to familiarize the author with and apply effective and proven-successful teaching philosophies, styles and strategies, as well as gain the skills needed to adjust aforementioned elements of a successful educator in the presence of student population, standard-based, and environmental changes so as to ensure effective education of occupational therapy students in the unpredictable future.
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    The Effectiveness of Dance Intervention for Parkinson's Disease
    (2021-05-06) Messer, Kyle; Albright, Megan; Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Human Sciences; Williams, Kim
    Fear of falling and increased fall risk is a common issue for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Secondary to balance and coordination complications experienced these individuals can experience extreme difficulty navigating their environment because of compromised mobility. This difficulty can manifest, causing mobility issues, insecurity with functional mobility, and transitioning from one position to another. The resulting effects of PD can drastically influence the quality of life in which individuals with PD experience. The impact can present in fear of transferring from seated to standing positions, inability in completing daily self-care tasks, inability to participate in activities which bring an individual enjoyment, and result in significant fatigue levels experienced. The purpose of this doctoral capstone experience is to introduce dance as a fun and interactive exercise-based intervention. Ideally, introducing a Samba dance style to the participants of the study will decrease the risk/frequency of falls among participants, improve engagement in Activities of Daily Living (ADL)/ Instrumental Activities of Daily living (IADL) and improve quality of life. During the study, participants engaged in one weekly Samba dance intervention accompanied by a warm-up and stretch routine to address issues. Four separate subjective assessments were implemented addressing independence with ADL/IADLs, a fall risk/mobility measure, an assessment addressing fatigue levels experienced, and a measurement to see the strain placed on caregivers. The results of the study are inconclusive and have several statistical variations among the four participants which completed both -pre and -post-assessments. The doctoral capstone student hypothesized that with objective measures implemented, increased frequency of the intervention, and a larger sample size a similar, future study may provide positive results when addressing improvements in independence with ADL/IADL performance, improved mobility/decrease in fall risk, and improved overall quality of life.
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    Effectiveness of Psychosocial Occupational Therapy Interventions in Promoting Occupational Performance for Individuals with Serious Mental Illness: A Rapid Systematic Review
    (2023-05-05) Stephenson, Sally; Gurevitz, Shelley; Hamilton, Jessica; Mays, Mallory; Claybon, Anna; Sego, Daniel; Chase, Tony; Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Human Sciences
    This rapid systematic review discusses the current evidence of studies related to occupational therapy interventions in improving the occupational performance of those diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI). Psychosocial interventions are one of the main ways that participation and performance in occupations can be addressed within the occupational therapy treatment of individuals with SMI. In those who have an SMI, occupational performance and participation can be impacted due to symptomology and by the stigma of living with SMI, ultimately leading to occupational injustice. The current review analyzed 25 studies that implemented a psychosocial intervention in their treatment for those diagnosed with an SMI. The review identified three categories of psychosocial interventions (cognitive-based, skills training, and occupation-based) with six subcategories: metacognition, cognitive remediation, psychoeducation, social skills, life skills, and vocational rehabilitation. Findings reveal a strong level of evidence for the use of psychosocial interventions in supporting occupational performance and ultimately increasing occupational justice for individuals with SMI. The current review supports the use of psychosocial intervention approaches which can guide occupational therapy practitioners working with SMI populations.
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    Environmental Adaptations to Enhance Leisure Participation and Mobility for Senior Program
    (2024-04-23) Hughes, Kelsey; Bednarski, Julie; Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Human Sciences; White, Debra
    Providing adequate leisure and social engagement opportunities for the older adult population is a key part to healthy aging. Flanner House is a local community center that has a Senior Program, and their goal is to provide the local older adult population with the means to be active within the community. After assessing the current program, the need for environmental modifications to promote leisure and social participation as well as recruit new members was established. This capstone project used occupational therapy-based models to guide the purpose of the research. Then environmental changes made created a safe environment for the seniors to actively engage in leisure and social activities.
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    Exploring Faculty Attitudes Toward the Use of Virtual Reality within an Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program
    (2024-04-25) Morehead, Samuel; Breeden, Lori; Breeden, Lori; Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Health and Human Sciences; Bednarski, Julie
    Virtual Reality (VR) is an emerging evidence-based practice within the world of rehabilitation, with a significant body of research demonstrating the efficacy of VR as an intervention tool for occupational therapy (OT) practitioners in treating a variety of diagnoses. Researchers suggest VR as an effective tool to facilitate healthcare student education, including use in OT graduate programs. Despite this body of evidence, VR content can remain underutilized in OT student education. This capstone project sought to explore faculty perceptions toward VR classroom integration and facilitate its use in an OTD curriculum. Following a review of current literature, the capstone student created an educational intervention for faculty which consisted of written materials examining the evidence for the use of VR in the OT profession as well as hands-on VR experiences for the faculty to engage with. Various outcomes, including attitudes toward and confidence in using VR, were measured via a mixed-methods approach consisting of a pre-intervention and post-intervention interview and survey. Results indicated that the educational interventions increased faculty confidence in their knowledge of VR in higher education, comfort in integrating VR content into coursework, and anticipated integration of VR content into future coursework. These project results have implications for future attempts at integrating VR content as an evidence-based practice into educational opportunities for OT students and practitioners.
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    FDR Visits Riley Hospital for Children
    (Riley Children's Health, 2021-09) Schreiner, Richard L.; Stroup, Karen Bruner