Increasing Occupational Therapists' Knowledge And Awareness Of Service Dogs,
2024
Cleveland State University
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.
Occupational Therapy Program Fostering The Development Of School Readiness Skills In Refugee Children,
2024
Cleveland State University
Occupational Therapy Program Fostering The Development Of School Readiness Skills In Refugee Children, Grace Reminder
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI)- Cleveland offers programming and services that help immigrants, refugees, and uprooted individuals transition to life within the United States. Refugee children face challenges with socialization, mental health, and experience a great deal of trauma and are unable to engage in meaningful activities. This paper aims to highlight programming that was created throughout a 14-week capstone experience at USCRI Cleveland that fostered the development of school readiness skills needed for pre- school aged refugee children and exposed them to new occupations and skill development, increased their quality of life, self-esteem and self-confidence
Promoting Skill Development, Inclusion, And Participation By Implementation Of Activity-Based Sensory-Enriched Programs For Children,
2024
Cleveland State University
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.
Ai And Mobile App Utilization For Hand Therapy Among Patients With Lower Socioeconomic Status,
2024
Cleveland State University
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 …
Occupational Therapy Practitioners’ Perspectives On Pain Management Following Spinal Cord Injury,
2024
Cleveland State University
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.
Life Skills And Young Adults With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities,
2024
Cleveland State University
Life Skills And Young Adults With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities, Kara Stults
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone included the development and implementation of a 5-week life skills program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Beyond the Challenge. This program focused on improving self-determination and life skills for these adults to increase independence in their daily life.
Resiliency Program Implementation On Children With Chronic Pain And Caregivers,
2024
Cleveland State University
Resiliency Program Implementation On Children With Chronic Pain And Caregivers, Madison Palmer
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone included the implementation of an 8-week resiliency-building program for children with chronic pain and their caregivers. This program provided the children and caregivers with education on mindfulness, coping strategies, and social support to overcome challenges they experience to promote resiliency while improving their overall quality of life.
Occupational Therapy In The U.S. Criminal Justice System: Assessing Leisure Engagement And Parental Roles Within The Criminal Justice Setting,
2024
Cleveland State University
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.
Promoting Positive Maternal Mental Health: Co-Occupational Education, Engagement, And Empowerment In The Perinatal Period,
2024
Cleveland State University
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.
Addressing Burnout Among Caregivers Of People With Spinal Cord Injury,
2024
Cleveland State University
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.
Tattoo Artist Ergonomics: An Educational Video Series,
2024
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Tattoo Artist Ergonomics: An Educational Video Series, Adeline Wagner, Steven M. Gerardi, Rachel Overberg
Spring 2024 Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium
Individuals who are tattoo artists experience hazards in their workplace by sitting and using repetitive movements for extended periods of time in poor postures and positions. The improper use of ergonomics impacts their daily occupational performance, work productivity, well-being, and overall quality of life. The hazards in the workplace can reduce one’s motivation, dictate one’s habits, routines, roles, and ability to complete meaningful activities. The problem is that tattoo artists are not trained in injury prevention which predisposes them to develop injuries. The purpose of this capstone project is to address this problem and develop an educational video series for …
Occupational Therapy's Role In Supporting Mothers With Breastfeeding,
2024
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Occupational Therapy's Role In Supporting Mothers With Breastfeeding, Courtney Kessler
MOT Student Capstones
Breastfeeding and post-partum mental health can impact the bond and quality of life for mothers, especially first-time mothers and their infants. As mothers try to juggle the occupation of breastfeeding, it can become very overwhelming with the role of parenting. Transitioning from hospital to home reduces the amount of direct support and direct access to instruction on breastfeeding and maternal well postpartum. This creates a need for an occupational therapy based breastfeeding wellness program. An occupational therapy based breastfeeding wellness program will be beneficial as it will be client-centered with a focus on quality of life. To combat the issue …
Bringing Occupational Therapy Outdoors: The Impact Of Nature-Based Interventions On Mental Health And Attention In Children With Developmental Disabilities,
2024
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Bringing Occupational Therapy Outdoors: The Impact Of Nature-Based Interventions On Mental Health And Attention In Children With Developmental Disabilities, Caitlin Hankins
MOT Student Capstones
This paper explores the emerging practice area of nature-based occupational therapy (OT) and its potential impact on the mental health and attentional outcomes of children and adolescents with developmental disabilities. Drawing from the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework (OTPF) and existing literature, it highlights the benefits of nature-based practice approaches on the overall well-being of children and adolescents. The project aims to disseminate current evidence regarding nature-based practice approaches to various professionals, including OT practitioners, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists, particularly those who work in the nature-based adjacent setting of Hippotherapy. The process included conducting research through a thorough literature review, …
Acute Post-Surgery Education And Occupational Therapy For Improved Outcomes In Rural Below Knee Amputation Patients,
2024
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Acute Post-Surgery Education And Occupational Therapy For Improved Outcomes In Rural Below Knee Amputation Patients, Spencer Mauk
MOT Student Capstones
Below knee amputation (BKA) patients who live in a rural setting see poorer functional outcomes, face systemic healthcare barriers, and have limited access to necessary healthcare resources. To improve this population's outcomes a project aimed to improve acute occupational therapy (OT) approaches for BKA patients in rural areas was developed. This project started with a literature review to identify existing best practices and gaps in post-operative care. The study also analyzed current educational materials, therapy protocols, and practices. The project's main goal was to develop educational and intervention materials catered to the health literacy levels of rural BKA patients. These …
Visual-Mobility: Occupational Therapy's Role In Promoting Aging In Place Among Older Adult Conditions,
2024
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Visual-Mobility: Occupational Therapy's Role In Promoting Aging In Place Among Older Adult Conditions, Jody Shivey
MOT Student Capstones
While the number of aging individuals continues to grow in the U.S., the presence of chronic conditions often minimizes the opportunity to age in place. Moreover, age-related eye disorders inhibit one's access to the environment and participation in valued occupations, leading to a greater risk of falling and being displaced from the home. Despite an older adult's preference to remain in the home, lack of accommodation reduces the potential to do so. As such, an individualized approach to aging in place can be achieved through an occupational therapy practitioner and client partnership, facilitating the use of modifications and adaptations. This …
Heart To Heart: Educating Allied Health Professionals On The Occupational Therapy Role In Cardiovascular Disease Prevention And Management,
2024
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Heart To Heart: Educating Allied Health Professionals On The Occupational Therapy Role In Cardiovascular Disease Prevention And Management, Hayley Thompson, Peyton Wilson
MOT Student Capstones
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are identified as the leading cause of death globally, often stemming from factors such as hypertension, smoking, and obesity. Despite the effectiveness of preventative care services, including occupational therapy, they remain underutilized. Occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) can play a vital role in CVD prevention and management by addressing identified research gaps and educating allied health professionals in cardiac rehabilitation facilities. This project emphasizes the importance of occupational engagement and holistic approaches, aligning with principles outlined in the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework {OTPF). The Transtheoretical Model (TTM) and the Canadian Model of Occupational Performance and Engagement (CMOP-E) are …
Identifying And Referring Patients For Occupational Therapy Services In Developing Countries,
2024
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Identifying And Referring Patients For Occupational Therapy Services In Developing Countries, Rachel Pudlik
MOT Student Capstones
Objective: Developing nations lack the resources and trained professionals on a local level to provide healthcare services. Medical mission organizations host trips in developing nations to provide short term medical care to bridge the gap in services. However, Occupational Therapy (OT) services are underutilized within these organizations. This capstone project explores the expansion of OT services within one medical mission organization, specifically with their school based population, by using a sensory based lens to identify students that would benefit from OT services. Methods: The methodology portion of this project includes reviewing evidence based research articles. conducting needs assessment. completion of …
Occupational Therapy's Role In Preventing Geriatric Learned Dependency Through Caregiver Training,
2024
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Occupational Therapy's Role In Preventing Geriatric Learned Dependency Through Caregiver Training, Anna Dediemar
MOT Student Capstones
Occupational therapy (OT) plays an important role in the training of geriatric caregivers to reduce learned dependency and caregiver burden, which can ultimately reduce hospital readmissions. Studies have highlighted the importance of caregiver education and training in promoting independence among geriatric patients, but OT's role in this area has yet to be explored. Caregivers play a crucial role in the geriatric patient's functional progress at home, so it is essential to educate and train them thoroughly to prevent dependency which may lead to negative patient outcomes, longer recovery times, increased risk of injury or complications, and higher readmission rates. The …
Integrating Sport’S Vision Training Into Vision Therapy: The Role Of Occupational Therapy,
2024
Western Michigan University
Integrating Sport’S Vision Training Into Vision Therapy: The Role Of Occupational Therapy, Emily M. Beaird
Capstone Projects
Sports vision training (SVT) is a specialized area of vision therapy focused on enhancing an athlete's visual skills for peak athletic performance. Vision training is vital for athletes because “athletic performance can be one of the most rigorous activities for the visual system” (Khanal, 2015) and is responsible for upward of 80% of the sensory input received during an athletic performance. However, it is often overlooked in traditional training regimens. Focusing on advanced clinical practice and program development, an unmet need for SVT at Origami Rehabilitation was achieved. The main goal was to create an SVT program that catered to …
Mindful Teaching In Adolescent Dance Educaton: Prioritizing Mental Health,
2024
Western Michigan University
Mindful Teaching In Adolescent Dance Educaton: Prioritizing Mental Health, Camille Chimner
Capstone Projects
Mental health continues to be a concern for all ages, especially those within the period of adolescence. Adolescence is a time of great physical, cognitive, social, and emotional change that can be positively facilitated with support and strong coping skills. Adolescent dancers have additional demands placed upon them within the dance space. Adults can play a large role in this support, especially adults who serve as educators and coaches. Dance educators have the opportunity to work closely with dancers and can have great influence on both their physical and emotional health, but are not often trained to be mindful of …
