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A Systematic Review Of The Efficacy Of Motivational Interviewing On Occupational Performance, J. Binder, Ots, C. Hannum, Ots, C. Mccarthy, Ots, E. Mcleod, Ots, J. Overpeck, Ots, L. Kaiser, Otd, Ms, Otr/L, M.-C. Potvin, Phd, Otr/L Jun 2019

A Systematic Review Of The Efficacy Of Motivational Interviewing On Occupational Performance, J. Binder, Ots, C. Hannum, Ots, C. Mccarthy, Ots, E. Mcleod, Ots, J. Overpeck, Ots, L. Kaiser, Otd, Ms, Otr/L, M.-C. Potvin, Phd, Otr/L

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This systematic review aims to review the efficacy of MI to address such performance goals falling within the occupational therapy scope of practice.


Effect Of Motor Imagery On Children With Developmental Disabilities, J. Bonner, Ots, L. Finnegan, Ots, V. Leonard, Ots, M. Scuderi, Ots, A. Shacklett, Ots, J. Thiel, Ots, M.-C. Potvin, Phd, Otr/L Jun 2019

Effect Of Motor Imagery On Children With Developmental Disabilities, J. Bonner, Ots, L. Finnegan, Ots, V. Leonard, Ots, M. Scuderi, Ots, A. Shacklett, Ots, J. Thiel, Ots, M.-C. Potvin, Phd, Otr/L

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This systematic review provides a comprehensive summary of current research evidence with the intent to help OTs working in pediatric settings understand the potential outcomes of using MI with children with DD.


A Systematic Review: Light Therapy For Individuals With Dementia And Implications For Practice, E. Goodman, Ots, A. Milione, Ots, C. Mikus, Ots, E. Jacobs, Ms, Ots, A. Torres, Ots, V. Vu, Ots, L. Kaiser, Otd, Otr/L, M.-C. Potvin, Phd, Otr/L Jun 2019

A Systematic Review: Light Therapy For Individuals With Dementia And Implications For Practice, E. Goodman, Ots, A. Milione, Ots, C. Mikus, Ots, E. Jacobs, Ms, Ots, A. Torres, Ots, V. Vu, Ots, L. Kaiser, Otd, Otr/L, M.-C. Potvin, Phd, Otr/L

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This systematic review seeks to answer the question: is light therapy an effective intervention for sundowning symptoms experienced by individuals who have dementia?


Efficacy Of Alternative Seating On Attention, In-Seat Behavior, And Occupational Performance In Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, A. Chacko, K. Kosztyo, N. Long, Z. Mullan, J. Norkitis, L. Wratcher, M.-C. Potvin, Phd, Otr/L Jun 2019

Efficacy Of Alternative Seating On Attention, In-Seat Behavior, And Occupational Performance In Children With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, A. Chacko, K. Kosztyo, N. Long, Z. Mullan, J. Norkitis, L. Wratcher, M.-C. Potvin, Phd, Otr/L

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Currently, there is one systematic review conducted by Gochenour and Poskey7 that synthesize current research evidence regarding alternative seating for students with attention difficulties. A limitation of this review, as noted by the authors, is a lack of a consistent definition of attention difficulty in the studies they included. A systematic review focused on a specific, well-defined diagnosis will better contribute to practice recommendations since these recommendations will be tailored to a clear and comprehensive understanding of the child’s attentional and occupational challenges. The review also included studies of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).7 While those with ASD may …


The Effect Of Mirror Therapy On Upper Extremity Functioning For Patients Poststroke: A Systematic Review, Caitlin Beach, Halie Finke, Abby Garrity, Amanda Norcini, Lily Postus, Kristen Tekel, Lyn Kaiser, Otd, Otr/L Jun 2019

The Effect Of Mirror Therapy On Upper Extremity Functioning For Patients Poststroke: A Systematic Review, Caitlin Beach, Halie Finke, Abby Garrity, Amanda Norcini, Lily Postus, Kristen Tekel, Lyn Kaiser, Otd, Otr/L

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Due to the high incidence of stroke and the detrimental impact it can have on a patient’s independence, several systematic reviews examining the effect of MT on post-stroke rehabilitation for upper extremity functioning have been conducted. However, it is necessary to provide an update to existing systematic reviews to include new clinical studies that have recently been published. Since stroke is a leading cause of disability, this study aims to determine the effectiveness of MT in post-stroke rehabilitation for upper extremity function as compared to conventional therapy.