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Full-Text Articles in Occupational Therapy
Returning To Sexual Activity And Intimacy After Spinal Cord Injury, Hanna Bush
Returning To Sexual Activity And Intimacy After Spinal Cord Injury, Hanna Bush
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Sexual activity and intimacy are meaningful occupations for many individuals, regardless of ability. According to the OTPF-4, sexual activity and intimacy are activities of daily living. It is also a right for persons to have access to engage in meaningful activities. However, there is significant information reported that individuals with spinal cord injuries are not receiving sufficient, or any, information for returning to sexual activity during occupational therapy treatment. A program manual, educational materials, and handouts were designed for those with spinal cord injuries seeking to return to the ADL of sexual activity and intimacy upon discharge from inpatient rehabilitation.
Adaptive Outdoor Recreation To Promote Health And Well-Being For Adults With Disabilities, Brittany Earle
Adaptive Outdoor Recreation To Promote Health And Well-Being For Adults With Disabilities, Brittany Earle
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Individuals with physical disabilities are disproportionately excluded from leisure pursuits including outdoor recreation due to various barriers. In collaboration with Cleveland Metroparks, I created a program designed for adults with disabilities to enhance health and well-being through participation in outdoor recreation as well as increase awareness of opportunities available. The Adaptive Outdoor Recreation Program is intended to be implemented in spring 2025.
Using The Nintendo Switch As An Exercise Modality To Increase The Enjoyment, Motivation, And Determine Feasibility Of The Use Of Exergaming In Community-Dwelling Older Adults, Monica Samboa
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
About one-fourth of older adults are inactive. Exergaming can provide older adults with physical activity to increase their well-being. The capstone focus was to examine feasibility of the Nintendo Switch as a home exercise modality for older adults and create a Switch Clinical Decision-Making Manual. The trial study involved 4 older adults completing a 10-week Switch gaming trial, reporting feasibility, enjoyment, and motivation outcomes. The results of the study describe how the Switch is a feasible tool for older adults’ exercise engagement. Using client-centered games can help with engagement, enjoyment, and motivation to exercise.
Occupational Therapy In The U.S. Criminal Justice System: Assessing Leisure Engagement And Parental Roles Within The Criminal Justice Setting, Kelly Dezsi
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
In collaboration with Northeast Reintegration Center, this capstone examined the effects of leisure engagement on nurturing relationships between incarcerated mothers and their children. Furthermore, it advocated for occupational therapy services in the criminal justice setting by identifying critical needs and educating incarcerated women on the importance of engaging in healthy leisure activities to enhance their parental roles.
Increasing Occupational Therapists' Knowledge And Awareness Of Service Dogs, Emily Freyberg
Increasing Occupational Therapists' Knowledge And Awareness Of Service Dogs, Emily Freyberg
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone involved the development and dissemination of a resource manual on service dogs for children based on collaboration with the 4 Paws for Ability organization. This manual provides occupational therapists with education on the purpose and scope of service dogs to increase recognition and understanding in the profession.
Addressing Burnout Among Caregivers Of People With Spinal Cord Injury, Rachael Vance
Addressing Burnout Among Caregivers Of People With Spinal Cord Injury, Rachael Vance
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone, completed at Louis Stokes Cleveland Veterans Affairs Medical Center, involved the implementation of a 6-week occupational therapy program to address the mental health needs of veterans with spinal cord injury. As part of this program, a needs assessment was conducted to explore the mental health needs of their caregivers. Findings of the program and needs assessment were presented to an interdisciplinary team.
Enhancing Hospice Care: Integrating Altered Engagement In Occupations Through The Dimensions Of Doing, Being And Becoming, Heather Raible
Enhancing Hospice Care: Integrating Altered Engagement In Occupations Through The Dimensions Of Doing, Being And Becoming, Heather Raible
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Evidence demonstrates engagement in occupation at the end of life is perceived as insignificant and disregarded, therefore, often absent from care. My capstone identified new avenues for facilitating meaningful engagement in occupations that fulfilled individual needs and desires during each stage of hospice through altered engagement in occupation.
Empowering Fall Prevention: Development And Implementation Of Volunteer Peer Liaison Program Manual, Marissa Poalson
Empowering Fall Prevention: Development And Implementation Of Volunteer Peer Liaison Program Manual, Marissa Poalson
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone project addressed the community's lack of knowledge and training in fall prevention strategies by developing and implementing a volunteer peer liaison fall prevention manual. The manual outlined guidelines and provided training to support participants of the fall prevention program offered by the Community Partnership on Aging.
Promoting Positive Maternal Mental Health: Co-Occupational Education, Engagement, And Empowerment In The Perinatal Period, Elyse Mueller
Promoting Positive Maternal Mental Health: Co-Occupational Education, Engagement, And Empowerment In The Perinatal Period, Elyse Mueller
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone, which took place at University Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, focused on enhancing maternal well-being and the maternal/infant dyad. This was promoted and advocated for through telehealth sessions for perinatal individuals and by increasing the awareness and practice of impactful co-occupations within the hospital’s NICU.
Optimizing Effects Of Occupational And Physical Therapy Post Stroke, Taylor Joseph
Optimizing Effects Of Occupational And Physical Therapy Post Stroke, Taylor Joseph
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Even after rehabilitation, 40% of individuals post-stroke are left with upper extremity residual deficits. This capstone, completed at Cleveland Clinic's Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, focused on current research that is being conducted to optimize the effects of rehabilitation post-stroke. A manuscript was completed that focuses on research findings on the efficacy of bimanual upper extremity training that will be submitted for publication.
Ai And Mobile App Utilization For Hand Therapy Among Patients With Lower Socioeconomic Status, Olivia Trickett
Ai And Mobile App Utilization For Hand Therapy Among Patients With Lower Socioeconomic Status, Olivia Trickett
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Background: The capstone project aims to enhance upper extremity rehabilitation in underserved communities by creating educational resources for practitioners on mobile app usage. Methods: Conducted interviews with a hand therapist, and conducted a literature review on mobile app usage for lower SES hand therapy patients. Results: Developed educational materials and implemented mobile apps to improve therapy accessibility and outcomes, showing promise in engaging lower SES patients. Challenges include digital literacy, smartphone access, and data security concerns. Conclusions: Mobile apps can aid hand therapy accessibility, but addressing digital literacy and smartphone access is vital. Collaboration is crucial for user-friendly app design …
Understanding The Impact Of Trauma-Informed Interventions On Child And Family Mental Health, Dynamic, And Engagement In Occupations, Jaela Kynard
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone, conducted at the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities, determined the efficacy of assessments and interventions for children and families affected by trauma. Comprehensive resource guides were developed regarding occupational therapy's role and trauma-responsive methods to support the interdisciplinary trauma teams and improve the quality of life for the families they serve.
Transitions To Independent Living For Adults With An Intellectual Disability/Down Syndrome, Samantha Blashinsky
Transitions To Independent Living For Adults With An Intellectual Disability/Down Syndrome, Samantha Blashinsky
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone included an 8-week curriculum designed and implemented to meet the needs of individuals with an intellectual/developmental disability at The Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio. This program addressed transitions to independent living skills, such as post-secondary education, employment skills, and overall life skills to increase independence in their community.
Care Partners As The Client: Understanding The Needs Of Informal Care Partners Of Older Adults With Dementia And Addressing Their Challenges, Mariam Boulos
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone at Brush Development produced an educational dementia program to meet the specialized needs of at-home care partners. Content within this program addresses the challenges for both the care partner and the person with dementia through strategies that improve their purpose in everyday activities and quality of life.
Arm And Hand Functional Priorities Of Individuals With Tetraplegia, Ashley Giffen
Arm And Hand Functional Priorities Of Individuals With Tetraplegia, Ashley Giffen
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This research-based capstone conducted at MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute determined specific functional arm and hand priorities among individuals with tetraplegia. The identification of these client values will inform the development of future rehabilitation processes and technological advancements to improve overall quality of life.
Plaay On The Move Manual For Dynamic Floor System, Brittany Henke
Plaay On The Move Manual For Dynamic Floor System, Brittany Henke
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
The dynamic floor is an interactive projector that facilitates play opportunities for children with physical disabilities. The purpose of this capstone was to develop a manual that will be used to assist clinicians with use of the dynamic floor to improve opportunities of play within Cleveland State University's PLAAY on the Move.
The Positive Impact Of Occupational Therapy Working With Foster Youth On Campus; Leading By Example, Nautica Bell
The Positive Impact Of Occupational Therapy Working With Foster Youth On Campus; Leading By Example, Nautica Bell
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Aged-out foster youth are under-serviced requiring support in the transition to adulthood. This capstone focused on the development of a guidebook and education on mental health, sensory needs, and life skills for foster youth. The resources showed a positive impact on students– demonstrating the value of occupational therapy.
Investigating How Children With Autism Respond To Virtual Environments, Mykaela Naragon
Investigating How Children With Autism Respond To Virtual Environments, Mykaela Naragon
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Over 90% of individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder face sensory processing challenges. Virtual environments can trigger adaptive sensory responses akin to real-world experiences. This preliminary study explored how students with autism interact within virtual settings. Conducted at Julie Billiart Schools, where over 75% of students have autism and sensory differences, the project involved 35 participants aged 6-14 in six VR sessions. Data on Zones of Regulation, affect, and behaviors were collected. Results showed VR was enjoyable, with highly significant post-VR changes in Zone of Regulation (p<0.001). This suggests VR holds promise as a therapeutic tool for self-regulation in children with ASD.
Promoting Skill Development, Inclusion, And Participation By Implementation Of Activity-Based Sensory-Enriched Programs For Children, Amanda Pearson
Promoting Skill Development, Inclusion, And Participation By Implementation Of Activity-Based Sensory-Enriched Programs For Children, Amanda Pearson
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Both neurotypical and neurodivergent children need more opportunities to engage in activity-based programs to promote overall development. We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym is an OT-based facility designed for children of all ages and abilities. This facility promotes socialization between children and caregivers as well as provides a variety of sensory input. During this experience, I collaborated with We Rock the Spectrum to modify and develop programs geared towards children of all abilities and ages within the community to promote inclusion, skill development, and participation.
Justice Involved Individuals And Sensory Processing, Anessa Kleem
Justice Involved Individuals And Sensory Processing, Anessa Kleem
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Incarcerated individuals can have sensory processing challenges - these challenges can be exacerbated by the corrections environment. This capstone, at the Ohio Department of Rehab and Corrections, advocated for education of staff on sensory processing. This program provided staff with knowledge and valuable resources on sensory rooms and tools.
Occupational Therapy's Role In The Area Of Eating Disorders And Body Image, Tayler Arjune
Occupational Therapy's Role In The Area Of Eating Disorders And Body Image, Tayler Arjune
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
The role of Occupational Therapy with the eating disorder and body image population is not widely addressed. This capstone, worked alongside TripleAWellness, to advocate for occupational therapy services within the population of body image and eating disorders by educating clients and staff on occupational engagement and enhancing occupational performance.
Increasing Cultural Inclusivity Within Your Practice: Dei Toolkit For Occupational Therapy Practitioners, Kaitlyn Deere
Increasing Cultural Inclusivity Within Your Practice: Dei Toolkit For Occupational Therapy Practitioners, Kaitlyn Deere
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
In the world of healthcare, there is an alarming amount of health disparities and lack of access to quality healthcare for those belonging to marginalized communities. The purpose of this capstone was to create a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion tool kit for the Ohio Occupational Therapy Association that supports an occupational therapy practitioner's journey towards cultural humility.
Occupation-Based Wellness Within The Veteran Population, Jennie Burdette
Occupation-Based Wellness Within The Veteran Population, Jennie Burdette
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Transitioning from military to civilian life often leaves veterans with long-lasting difficulties which includes physical and mental health challenges that affect different aspects of daily functioning. This capstone, at Baldwin Wallace University’s Student Veteran Center, provided occupation-based education and resources to promote mental health and overall well-being of student veterans.
Development Of A Dating Violence Prevention Program For Adolescents, Melissa Arellano
Development Of A Dating Violence Prevention Program For Adolescents, Melissa Arellano
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone focused on the development of an 8-session program with The Journey Center for Safety and Healing that aims to empower high school-aged adolescents through activity and leisure-based sessions to develop skills and routines to promote healthy dating by recognizing dating abuse, by developing social and emotional skills, and ultimately working to promote safe and healthy relationships and reduce instances of intimate partner violence.
Occupational Therapy And Human Trafficking Recovery: A Novel Educational Model, Jacklyn Voytko
Occupational Therapy And Human Trafficking Recovery: A Novel Educational Model, Jacklyn Voytko
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Human trafficking recovery frequently fails to address the complex needs of survivors. Occupational therapy is uniquely qualified to meet those needs, but is commonly overlooked. This capstone involved the development of an evidence-based educational model, emphasizing trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice, to increase occupational therapists’ knowledge on their role in ending the cycle of exploitation.
The Truth To Transitioning: Development Of A Trans* Specific Occupational Therapy Practice Framework Involving An Integrative Care Model, Amanda Gale
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) clients are underserved by occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) throughout their transition journey. This research based capstone involved completing stakeholder interviews with OTPs and TGD individuals to inform and update an existing occupational therapy model and improve best-practice standards within OT practice when providing services to TGD individuals.
Improving Community Integration Through A Leisure Program To Address Cyclic Veteran Homelessness., Breeanna Host
Improving Community Integration Through A Leisure Program To Address Cyclic Veteran Homelessness., Breeanna Host
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone worked to provide increased leisure opportunities and build leisure skills for homeless veterans through the development of a leisure program and community speaker series at Harry Donovan Jr. Valor Home. This program focused on improving community integration and quality of life through leisure education and hands on experiences.
Student-Athletes And Their Hidden Opponent: Assessing And Supporting Student-Athlete Mental Health And Well-Being, Dena Wenzinger
Student-Athletes And Their Hidden Opponent: Assessing And Supporting Student-Athlete Mental Health And Well-Being, Dena Wenzinger
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Suicide is now the second most common cause of death among college athletes in the United States. This capstone involved conducting an in-depth needs assessment of the mental health resources in the Athletics Department at Cleveland State University. There was a collaboration with the Student-Athlete Academic Services staff and the Athletics Counselor to provide mental health resources reported to be needed by the student-athletes (SAs). This population can benefit from occupational therapy intervention as occupational therapists are educated on mental health practices. Resources were created and made available to the SAs on their “Community for Student-Athlete Engagement” Blackboard course.
Implementation Of Ot Services Through A Reverse Job Fair For Adults With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities (Idd), Rachel Braunegg
Implementation Of Ot Services Through A Reverse Job Fair For Adults With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities (Idd), Rachel Braunegg
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Employment rates for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities (IDD) is extremely low, despite having the desire and skill sets to work (Friedman, 2019). This capstone, partnering with Cleveland State University's Center for Career Development & Exploration, provided RISE students with IDD an opportunity to prepare for and participate in a Reverse Job Fair through weekly OT intervention.
Occupational Therapy Practitioners’ Perspectives On Pain Management Following Spinal Cord Injury, Helen Saul
Occupational Therapy Practitioners’ Perspectives On Pain Management Following Spinal Cord Injury, Helen Saul
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone was done in collaboration with MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute and Cleveland State University. This qualitative study explored the role of occupational therapy in pain management for individuals with spinal cord injuries. The specific strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of the profession were evaluated to enhance service delivery.