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Sensory Based Interventions In The School Setting: P Entions In The School Setting: Perspectives Of Paraeducators, Lyn Kaiser, Marie-Christine Potvin, Caitlin Beach
Sensory Based Interventions In The School Setting: P Entions In The School Setting: Perspectives Of Paraeducators, Lyn Kaiser, Marie-Christine Potvin, Caitlin Beach
Department of Occupational Therapy Faculty Papers
Background: The purpose of this study was to explore paraeducators’ perceptions of sensory-based interventions (SBIs). Paraeducators are frequently responsible for implementing SBIs to enhance a student’s ability to learn in school. Previous studies have explored the perceptions of teachers and occupational therapists, but as of yet, there are no published studies exploring the perceptions of paraeducators regarding the efficacy of SBIs.
Methods: An ethnographic study was conducted with paraeducators (n = 11) working with students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder or emotional disturbance in a center-based special education program. These paraeducators participated in a focus group or an interview that …
A Randomized Feasibility Trial Of A Novel, Integrative, And Intensive Virtual Rehabilitation Program For Service Members Post-Acquired Brain Injury., Kiara H Buccellato, Michelle Nordstrom, Justin M Murphy, Grigore C Burdea, Kevin Polistico, Gregory House, Nam Kim, Namrata Grampurohit, Jeff Sorensen, Brad M Isaacson, Paul F Pasquina
A Randomized Feasibility Trial Of A Novel, Integrative, And Intensive Virtual Rehabilitation Program For Service Members Post-Acquired Brain Injury., Kiara H Buccellato, Michelle Nordstrom, Justin M Murphy, Grigore C Burdea, Kevin Polistico, Gregory House, Nam Kim, Namrata Grampurohit, Jeff Sorensen, Brad M Isaacson, Paul F Pasquina
Department of Occupational Therapy Faculty Papers
INTRODUCTION: Acquired Brain Injury, whether resulting from Traumatic brain injury (TBI) or Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA), represent major health concerns for the Department of Defense and the nation. TBI has been referred to as the "signature" injury of recent U.S. military conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan - affecting approximately 380,000 service members from 2000 to 2017; whereas CVA has been estimated to effect 795,000 individuals each year in the United States. TBI and CVA often present with similar motor, cognitive, and emotional deficits; therefore the treatment interventions for both often overlap. The Defense Health Agency and Veterans Health Administration would …
Appendix 10: Neurotechnology Descriptions, Namrata Grampurohit, Phd, Otr/L
Appendix 10: Neurotechnology Descriptions, Namrata Grampurohit, Phd, Otr/L
Department of Occupational Therapy Faculty Papers
Neurotechnologies Covered:
- Electrical stimulation over the surface of the arm or hand
- Electrical stimulation over the surface of the spine
- Electrical stimulation over the surface of the head
- Magnetic stimulation over the surface of the head
- Braces that are powered to amplify movements
- Brain computer interface with a cap
- Baclofen pump