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Addressing Transportation Barriers For Adaptive Recreation Programs, Nicole Gargiulo

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Promotes Children’S Wellbeing In The First Year Of Life And Parental Confidence Through Evidence-Based Knowledge, Jocelyn Ong Najera

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Health Promotion Within General Aviation, Nancy Smith

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Exploring Strategies To Improving Awareness For Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders Within Dental Students, Tim Zeng

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Supporting Spanish-Speaking Parents Navigate Services For Children With Atypical Development, Anali Flores

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Promoting Social And Emotional Competencies With A Trauma-Informed Approach To Early Education, Kaelyn O'Bryan

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Occupational Therapy’S Role In Concussion Recovery For The Adult Population, Nikki Atis

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Social Emotional Learning In Outdoor Education Programs For Adolescents, Brianna Swain

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Accessible Travel Facilitating Access Capstone, Wynter Hale

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Supporting Uop Trio Success Students From The Occupational Therapy Perspective, Carolyn Ly

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Healthy Living For Older Adult And Aapi Populations With Chronic Conditions, Cierilyn Legaspi

Occupational Therapy Student Capstones

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Measuring Activity Demands On Fatigue In Individuals With Parkinson's Disease, Laura R. Mccray, Kara M. Lee

Graduate Student Scholarship

The functional presentation of those with Parkinson's disease (PD) are complex, varying depending on cognition, physiological deficits, and support network. This study assesses the perceptions of fatigue across individuals with Parkinson's disease with different clinical presentations to guide clinicians in their selection of evidence-based interventions to facilitate greater functional outcomes. A mixed-methods design was used to collect data on the mental and physiological perceptions of fatigue, utilizing surveys and physiological measures such as heart rate. Participants were recruited from a community group targeting those with PD with inclusion criteria being a diagnosis of PD. Results for both heart rate and …

The Beneficial Role Of Sunitinib In Tumor Immune Surveillance By Regulating Tumor Pd-L1, Vivian L Rose, Anaga Ajoy, Craig A Johnston, Gloria R Gogola, Pranav J Parikh

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Importance: There is a need for a pediatric hand function test that can be used to objectively assess movement quality. We have developed a toy-based test, the Bead Maze Hand Function (BMHF) test, to quantify how well a child performs an activity. This is achieved by assessing the control of forces applied while drawing a bead over wires of different complexity.

Objective: To study the psychometric properties of the BMHF test and understand the influence of age and task complexity on test measures.

Design: A cross-sectional, observational study performed in a single visit.

Setting: Clinical research laboratory.

Participants: Twenty-three participants …

Occupational Therapy In Stroke: A Case Study Using The Bobath Frame Of Reference And Task Oriented Approach, Reza Nur Arsyi, Afifah Fadhilah Nursyam, Muhammad Luthfi, Hermito Gidion, Ayleen Alicia Kosasi, Erna Faryza Mohd Poot, Rosilah Wahab, Nur Atiqah Azman

Jurnal Fisioterapi Terapan Indonesia

Stroke is a sudden neurological disorder caused by vascular injury to the brain, leading to significant functional limitations. This case study examines the use of occupational therapy interventions, specifically the Bobath and Task Oriented approaches, for a 43-year-old male with left hemiparesis to enhance independence in motorcycling. The patient experienced various limitations, including vestibular function, range of motion, muscle tone and strength, postural control, and fine motor skills. Using the Ashworth scale and the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) for assessment, occupational therapy interventions showed progress in several aspects, although the primary goal has not yet been fully achieved. This …

Terapi Latihan Pada Fase Satu Pasca Operasi Rekonstruksi Ruptur Anterior Cruciate Ligamentum Sinistra, Aunike Arum Meta Wurgani, Irawan Wibisono

Jurnal Fisioterapi Terapan Indonesia

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction is a surgical procedure involving the grafting of the ACL using tendon tissue. This procedure aims to restore knee stability and joint fixation following an ACL injury. Post-ACL reconstruction often leads to complications such as pain, edema, reduced range of motion, and muscle weakness. The physiotherapy program in this case aims to evaluate the effects of physiotherapy interventions, including quadriceps setting, hamstring setting, straight leg raise (SLR), heel slide, ankle pumping, bridging, and prone hang exercises, in reducing edema and pain, as well as improving the range of motion and muscle strength in the knee …

Jump To Box Kombinasi Core Plank Knee To Elbow Terhadap Power Otot Tungkai, Maya Triyanita

Jurnal Fisioterapi Terapan Indonesia

Leg power training is defined as a movement to get the jump in athletes doing the maximum jump smash. Badminton requires leg muscle explosive power because it is the muscle's ability to overcome loads and with a high speed of contraction. This study aims to determine differences in the effect of jump to box training, a combination of core plank knee to elbow on increasing leg power in badminton athletes. This study used an experimental design method with a pre-test and post-test design. The treatment group was given the Jump To Box Combination Core Plank Knee To Elbow exercise. The …

Stakeholder Involvement And Systematic Review Of Elements That Determine A Successful Return To Work For Injured Workers: A Scoping Review, Sundip Kaur Khosa, Wilma Jelley Professor

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Introduction: A healthy and sustainable return to work (RTW) for a worker after injury or illness has benefits for the worker, their family, the employer, and society.¹ For this research we used the following definition of RTW success; return to positive and meaningful work in a position or occupation not necessarily including all the aspects of the worker’s pre-injury or pre-illness functions or tasks. Purpose: The question behind this survey-based research was, What elements are perceived as essential, to ensure return to employment of injured or ill workers, by stakeholders with experience in the RTW process? Methods: A 32 …

Rethinking Disability Simulations For Occupational And Physical Therapy Students: Integrating The Social Model Of Disability, Sara Kate Frye, Monique C. Chabot

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Disability simulations traditionally have been used in many healthcare profession educational programs with the intent to foster empathy and positive viewpoints towards people with disabilities. However, research is inconclusive regarding the effectiveness of these activities. The appropriateness of these activities has also been called into question when considering disability as a form of diversity and social justice, with recommendations to utilize the Social Model of Disability to frame activities. Methods: A mixed-methods study was conducted to explore the efficacy of a temporary orthopedic injury simulation assignment on first-year occupational and physical therapy students’ viewpoints regarding working with people with …

Occupational Therapists In Disaster Management: A Survey Study, Rebecca I. Estes, Gina M. Delgado, Nicole J. Bing, Megan E. Byrne, Jessica S. Eady, Kayleigh E. Hollywood, Alyssa B. Kopp

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: There is a need for occupational therapy involvement in disaster management from preparation to response. To understand why OTs are not involved with disaster management, this study explored perceived disaster management roles for healthcare professionals; the level of familiarity and professional experience with stages of disaster; and the relationship between training and likelihood of engagement. Method: The Healthcare Practitioner Disaster Management Questionnaire, an anonymous quantitative survey, was deployed to licensed OTs and OT assistants (OTAs) practicing in 14 states in the US (a convenience sample). Descriptive analysis and Spearman Rho correlation were used to understand the data. Results: OTs …

The Perceptions Of Different Disciplines On Early Childhood Interprofessional Teams Involving Occupational Therapy Services, Jessica Martinez-Peraza, Natalie Milliken, Bonnie Riley

Student Journal of Occupational Therapy

This phenomenological study was conducted to explore how professionals identify the roles of occupational therapy practitioners and other pediatric professionals on early childhood interprofessional teams. The use of surveys and interviews revealed three themes: 1) the role of occupational therapy encompasses more than what is perceived to be their role, 2) collaboration must be initiated, as it can be influenced by the setting, and 3) different professionals have the shared goal of promoting child health outcomes, but conflict can arise during collaboration. It was recognized that early childhood professionals would like to collaborate more with each member on the interprofessional …

Entry-Level Occupational Therapy Student Volunteer Activities During Covid-19 And Beliefs About Practitioner Roles In Crisis Management, Olivia Biller, Frances Calingo, Tina M. Deangelis, Maclain Capron Ba

Student Journal of Occupational Therapy

Background: Due to the global novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, many students in entry-level occupational therapy programs faced changes to their daily roles, habits, and routines. To understand beliefs about OT practitioner roles in a public health crisis, a cross-sectional study was designed to understand occupational therapy students (OTS) and occupational therapy assistant students (OTAS) volunteer activities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: A survey was developed and distributed in April 2020, and closed after five weeks. Quantitative data was analyzed in Statistical Package for Social Sciences (Version 27) and open response data was categorized in Microsoft Excel.

Results: Respondents …

Incorporating Animal-Assisted Therapy (Aat) To Improve Handwriting Skills In Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Jessica M. Simon, Jessica Mchugh

Student Journal of Occupational Therapy

Within the field of occupational therapy, animal-assisted therapy (AAT) is becoming more widely recognized and utilized as a supplement to traditional therapeutic interventions. As this area is still an emerging area of practice within occupational therapy, research is necessary to better understand the effect of AAT on children’s progress toward various goals. The purpose of this research study was to analyze the effectiveness of using Animal-Assisted Therapy to improve children's performance with and engagement in handwriting activities in outpatient pediatric occupational therapy. This study utilized a Quasi-experimental design, assigning participants to two groups. One group participated in handwriting activities while …

Sensory's Role In The General Education Classroom, Grace Sievert

OT Student Capstones

Background. Sensory processing significantly impacts students’ ability to learn successfully in educational environments (Little et al., 2017). Classroom sensory strategies have been shown as an effective method to regulate student’s sensory systems, promoting academic success through improved participation and attention (Dean et al., 2018). Academic faculty are the ideal candidates to provide sensory strategies to the general student population, yet these roles typically lack sensory education (Budd & Rehling, 2014). Occupational therapists are in a prime position to provide academic faculty with sensory education due to their expertise in sensory processing, their responsibility to provide professional development to educators, and …

Leisure Education Program For Older Adults At Beatitudes Campus, Kendall Morrissey

OT Student Capstones

As individuals age they may experience a decrease in quality of life that impacts their overall health and well-being. One way to improve quality of life in older adults it through leisure activities that can provide a sense of purpose, autonomy, and roles or routines within their lives. The purpose of this doctoral capstone experience and report is to enhance older adult’s leisure competence through to improve leisure satisfaction and overall quality of life. The occupational therapy capstone student developed a five-session Leisure Education Program for residents at a continuing care retirement community, Beatitudes Campus. Using an occupational therapy point …

Low Vision And Dementia, Anna Bradner

OT Student Capstones

Low vision and dementia are highly common among older adults. Individuals with these conditions often experience decreased ability to perform daily tasks safely and independently due to the functional implications of visual and cognitive decline. This leads not only to decreased participation in meaningful activities but also to an increased dependence on a caregiver. Over time, these caregivers can experience a perceived strain, or caregiver burden, that affects not only their own health but also the health of the individual they are caring for. Occupational therapists can provide skilled services to address the needs of older adults with low vision …

Novel Occupational Therapy Treatment In The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Aegia Mari Baldevia

OT Student Capstones

Millions of children are hospitalized in the United States each year. Hospitalization can negatively impact the child, their family, and their education. Occupational therapy can be used to target the family unit in coping and engagement in meaningful occupations in the hospital setting. The magazine photo collage has been used in the past to target coping and social interaction, but there is limited evidence of its use in occupational therapy in the hospital setting. This project aimed to explain the experience of families in creating and using the magazine photo collage in occupational therapy in the hospital setting. In this …

Understanding The Role Of Ot In Infertility, Jordan Swarztrauber

OT Student Capstones

Infertility is prevalent in the United States, affecting approximately 16% of couples. Those affected by infertility often seek Assistive Reproductive Technology (ART) treatments to help them conceive. Past literature has found that ARTs have negative effects on those undergoing treatments in their occupations, routines, habits, and mental health. Although it is commonly known in the medical literature, there is a dearth of research and clinical support for individuals who are experiencing disturbances in the above-described areas, leaving a gap in care for individuals who are undergoing ARTs. The present research study consists of 13 in-depth qualitative interviews, which gather data …

Dance As A Sensory-Based Occupation To Improve Regulation Skills In A Pediatric Population, Anna Seedall

OT Student Capstones

Dance is integrated into every culture. There are several psychosocial, cognitive, and physical benefits to dancing. The sensory system is highly involved in dance. Further, many children have difficulties with sensory processing and regulation. There are finite programs outside of therapeutic services to address this gap in utilizing sensory strategies. Limited research has been conducted to determine if dance is an effective approach for improving sensory regulation. A 10-week program was designed for eight participants, ages 4 to 8 by an occupational therapy doctoral student. The program utilized the Alert Program®, breathing techniques, yoga positions, tactile input, proprioceptive input, and …

Maximizing Prehabilitative Care For Breast Cancer: Program Evaluation And Quality Improvement In Outpatient Therapy, Aedan Collins

OT Student Capstones

Background. Individuals with breast cancer experience side effects and impairments from the disease and treatments that impact their physical, cognitive, neurological, emotional, and social health. Breast cancer-related psychosocial issues are most prevalent right after diagnosis. Services prior to receiving breast cancer treatment or surgery are termed prehabilitation (prehab) and have been shown to improve patient outcomes. Occupational therapy (OT) practitioners play an important role in the rehabilitation of patient with cancer and can contribute to prehab services.

Methods. This was a program evaluation and quality improvement project that used data collected during prehab evaluations for breast cancer to create supplemental …

The Effect Of The Safe And Sound Protocol On The Emotional Regulation Of Children: The Caregiver Experience, Brooklyn Gratzer

OT Student Capstones

Introduction: Emotional regulation is a complex process that develops throughout one's lifetime. Emotional dysregulation can be due to an individual’s unbalanced physiological state leading the vagus nerve into a “fight or flight” mode (Auditory Processing Center, 2022). The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) targets the autonomic nervous system through filtered music to improve social-emotional functioning by bringing safety to the nervous system.

Methods: The purpose of this project is to evaluate the effect of the SSP on emotional regulation in children through the caregivers perspective. Participants were chosen if their child had difficulties with emotional regulation. They completed a caregiver …